Afrobeats heavyweight David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, brought star power and excitement to the opening ceremony of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a high-energy performance alongside international rap sensation French Montana.
The colourful ceremony took place on Sunday at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, officially ushering in Africa’s premier football championship.
Both artists took centre stage to perform the tournament’s official soundtrack, a recently released anthem that sent waves of excitement through the packed stadium as fans responded with thunderous applause.
Their performance highlighted the fusion of sports, music and African identity that has become synonymous with AFCON, creating an electrifying atmosphere ahead of the competition.
Following the spectacle, reactions quickly poured in from fans at the venue and audiences watching globally, with many praising Davido’s commanding stage presence and describing the performance as a perfect way to kick off the tournament.
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is set to run for several weeks, as elite national teams from across the continent battle for the coveted title.
