AFCON Update: Nigeria Hip Hop Star Rema Arrives In Morocco For Opening Ceremony

AFCON Update: Nigeria Hip Hop Star Rema Arrives In Morocco For Opening Ceremony

Sampson Adedeji

Nigeria Afrobeats star Rema has arrived in Morocco ahead of the opening ceremony of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), as excitement continues to build for Africa’s biggest football festival, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The award-winning musician touched down in Morocco on Tuesday, adding star power to the highly anticipated tournament set to kick off this weekend.

Rema is expected to be one of the headline performers at the opening ceremony, which will blend music, culture and football in a grand celebration of African excellence.

His presence underscores CAF’s plan to deliver a memorable spectacle, with global music icons complementing the on-field action across the tournament.

Fans from across the continent and beyond are eagerly anticipating a colourful opening ceremony that will showcase Africa’s rich cultural heritage.

The 2025 AFCON will be hosted across several Moroccan cities, with top national teams battling for continental glory, while entertainment and cultural performances are set to enhance the overall experience for supporters.