Olamide announces YBNL artists’ reunion concert in Lagos
By Damilola Akinwale –
Nigerian rapper Olamide Adedeji has announced YBNL: The Reunion, a major concert featuring some of the former and current artistes associated with his record label, scheduled to hold in Lagos on December 18, 2026.
The YBNL boss made the announcement via his social media pages on Wednesday, disclosing that the reunion would feature him alongside former and current YBNL artistes, including Adekunle Gold, Lil Kesh, Fireboy DML, Young Jonn, Pheelz and DJ Enimoney.
A promotional video shared on his page teased the event, titled Future Fest ’26: The Reunion, which will take place at Oasis Ground, Coastal Road, Victoria Island, Lagos.
The concert is part of Future Fest 2026, a cultural festival celebrating music, fashion, film, art, food and technology.
Founded by Olamide in 2012, YBNL Nation has become a prominent platform for emerging Nigerian music talents, helping to nurture several artistes who have since established successful musical careers.
The reunion will bring together different generations of YBNL’s musical family, offering fans an opportunity to revisit songs and collaborations that contributed to the label’s reputation. Olamide’s role in nurturing emerging artistes has remained a significant part of his musical legacy.
The announcement has generated excitement among fans, particularly those familiar with the rise of the record label and the individual careers of its former members. However, the absence of former YBNL star Asake from the announced lineup has attracted attention, with fans questioning why he was not included.
The YBNL reunion is part of the activities lined up for Future Fest 2026, scheduled to run from December 11 to 20 in Lagos. Meanwhile, Olamide is set to headline The O2 Arena in London on March 25, 2027, joining Davido, Wizkid and Burna Boy among Nigerian artistes scheduled to perform at the iconic venue.
