Nigeria’s Story: Beat of the West

Join KISS FM presenter Henrie for an in-depth conversation looking at the rise and rise of Nigerian music, it’s powerful impact in the UK and the effect it is having globally.

The west coast of Africa has been the central point for global music over the last few years. Heading the movement has been the music of Nigeria, which has produced some of today’s biggest music stars such as Burna Boy and Wizkid.

London (and in particular Koko) has become its spiritual European home, a place where global sounds meet, culture thrives, and live music takes centre stage.

Hosted by one of the genre’s leading supporters, Kiss FM’s Henrie, and featuring some of the key players in the movement - Gracey Mae, Music Exec; Papii Abz, Award-winning Artist from London based group NSG and Bryan Obonyo, producer of BBC Radio Official Afrobeats Chart.

Don’t miss this chance to explore the stories, rhythms, and cultural influence behind one of the most exciting music movements of our time.

Doors open from 6.30pm with a welcome drink on arrival, provided by Cafe KOKO. After the panel discussion, DJ Haruna Jebak will be on the decks, creating a great vibe for networking and connecting.

Tickets are Pay What You Can, with all donations supporting the Umoja Health Forum - a Camden charity championing health and wellbeing in African & Caribbean communities.

Part of Camden Council's Black History Season Programme for 2025.

Supported by the KOKO Foundation & curated by The Playmaker Group