Lagos stands still for ‘Sunny on Sunday’ concert today

All roads will today lead to the grand finale of the 70th birthday ceremony of Juju music icon, King Sunny Ade, even as Mavin Records Queen, Tiwa Savage, has joined the  list of performers at the Sunny On Sunday Concert.

She joins a star-studded list of artistes including Awilo Logomba, Onyeka Onwenu, Sir Shina Peters, Darey, Omawumi, DJ Jimmy Jatt, Iyanya, Jeff and Tyson Noir.
Similarly, Temple Management Company, brains behind the event has also unveiled the Jenifa’s Diary duo of Funke Akindele  and Lolo Omotunde to join Tee A as hosts for the night.
The will hold at the Temple Balmoral Marquee, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos State.
Speaking on her performance, Tiwa Savage said, “Personally, I have been looking forward to honouring King Sunny Ade and when this chance came, I grabbed. Long before I dreamt of pursuing a music career, King Sunny Ade has paved the way for us especially on the international stage. On a personal note, I still remember how he cancelled other requests to perform at my wedding ceremony and I will never forget that rare act of graciousness”
Another major highlight of the event will be the auction of one of King Sunny Ade’s famous guitar painted by the award-winning artist, Victor Ehikhamenor. According to Terfa Tilley-Gyado, Director Communication, Temple Management, the masterpiece is a collector’s item and has been receiving anonymous bids. The section will be moderated by United Auction House.