Guinness World Records Confirms Largest Afrobeats Orchestra

Guinness (NGX: GUINNESS) World Records has officially recognized the Dapper Live Artist's achievement of organizing the largest orchestra for an Afrobeats concert, which featured 85 musicians. This record-setting event occurred at the Balmor Convent Centre in Lagos, Nigeria, on December 16, 2025.

The concert showcased a live orchestral performance based on Afrobeat compositions, led by a conductor and accompanied by a choir and dancers. Prominent artists such as Saheed Osupa and Malaika were part of the performance.

The event aimed to blend Afrobeat and Fuji music in a seamless orchestral arrangement. The announcement of the record was made on a Tuesday, alongside a video clip of the performance.

Dapper Live Artist, led by Damilola Akinwunmi, who is also known for his association with three-time Guinness World Record holder Hilda Baci, expressed pride in this achievement, which aims to rewrite the record books for Nigerian music.