Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has revealed plans to hold a grand Homecoming Music Concert for the Edo-born musical talent, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, on December 21.
Speaking to youths at the Sir Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub in Benin City, the state capital, Obaseki expressed his delight in bringing Rema back to his roots, as stated in a release by the state government.
The governor announced, “By the grace of God, this Christmas, we will bring Rema home. Rema will have a Homecoming Concert.”
Confirming the governor’s directive to organize the Christmas concert, Edo State Commissioner for Arts, Culture, and Tourism, Dr. Uyi Oduwa-Malaka, disclosed that the Homecoming Concert is slated to take place at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City on December 21, 2023.
Dr. Oduwa-Malaka stated, “On behalf of Edo State and the vibrant city of Benin, we express our utmost excitement and pride in welcoming you back home, Rema. The Governor, Benin City, and the people of Edo State eagerly anticipate your Homecoming Concert. We are thrilled to experience your incredible talent live on our stage once again at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium.”
She also added, “Your success not only brings honor to our State but has also inspired countless young talents here in Edo State. Thanks for making us really proud and we can’t calm down as we are anticipating December 21.”
This planned Homecoming Concert for Rema follows the success of the Alaghodaro Youth Concert, which showcased the talents of Nigerian stars of Edo extraction. Additionally, Johnny Drille, another Edo-born music sensation, recently hosted a show at the Sir Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub before paying a courtesy visit to the governor.
