Davido shuts down sold-out BK Arena as Kitoko reunites with Kigali fans

Davido made yet another loud stop in Kigali on December 5, delivering a powerful performance at a sold-out BK Arena. Organised by Intore Entertainment and sponsored by Skol Malt, the concert was part of the Nigerian Afrobeats star’s “5ive” World Tour which he is taking to various cities worldwide. Davido’s Kigali show stood out for its unmatched atmosphere and full-capacity crowd. The arena was packed to full capacity, with the show drawing a youthful audience that came from across Rwanda and beyond to watch one of their favourite stars on the continent ALSO READ: Davido adds Kigali on his ‘5ive’ album tour Fans began queuing as early as 5pm, welcomed with Skol Malt samples and a branded photo setup to elevate the experience. ALSO READ: Davido touches down in Kigali ahead of ‘sold out’ BK Arena concert The night opened with an impressive lineup of Rwandan performers, including Kid From Kigali, Logan Joe, Riderman, Ariel Wayz, Juno Kizigenza, and Kitoko, who made a long-awaited return to the Kigali stage after 12 years in the United Kingdom. Kitoko energized fans with classics such as Agakecuru Kanjye, Amadayimoni, Pole Pole, Akabuto, and Thank You Kagame. The singer was visibly moved by the crowd’s reception as they sang along each of his songs till he left the stage. A notable moment came when Ariel Wayz and Juno Kizigenza shared a brief on-stage kiss after performing their hit collaboration “Away,” a gesture they later described as something “best friends” might do. “Best friends do kiss,” Ariel Wayz told The New Times after the performance. DJ sets from DJ Toxxyk, DJ Marnaud, and DJ Alisha kept the arena buzzing before Davido’s grand entrance. ALSO READ: Kitoko returns to live in Rwanda, readies for concert with Davido Davido performed for over an hour, blending tracks from his 5ive album with major hits like Fall, If, Jowo, Fire, Kante, Ogechi, and Sensational ft Chris Brown. ‘With You’ stood out as the anthem of the album when the singer performed it last before calling it a night. The crowd matched his energy throughout, reaffirming the strong connection he’s built with Kigali audiences over the years. “Every time I see him, he delivers... he is always full of energy, the sound, the lights, everything is on point,” Mary Maina, of the concert goers, told The New Times. Commenting on being part of the successful show, Skol Malt brand manager Yves Tag celebrated the success of the night, saying the event capped the year “in style,” adding, “We wanted to give our consumers a good year-end, and we achieved that.” Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah and Riadh will be Davido's next stops for his tour on December 11 and 13 respectively.