Nigerians Split Over Calls to Boycott Tyla’s Lagos Concert

Nigerians on social media are divided over calls to boycott South African singer Tyla’s upcoming concert in Lagos, amid renewed concerns about alleged xenophobic attacks against Nigerians living in South Africa.

The debate began after Tyla announced her APOP World Tour, which includes a Lagos performance on December 22, followed by shows in Cape Town and Johannesburg in January 2027.

Many social media users argued that the concert should not go ahead while reports of attacks and discrimination against Nigerians in South Africa continue to surface.

Some critics called on Nigerians to avoid the event as a sign of solidarity with victims of xenophobia, while others questioned why South African entertainers should be welcomed in Nigeria during the ongoing tensions.

Several users also criticised Tyla for not publicly speaking out against alleged xenophobic incidents involving Nigerians in South Africa.

However, others rejected the boycott campaign, insisting that music should not be mixed with political disputes.

Supporters argued that attending Tyla’s concert does not equate to endorsing xenophobia and that artists should not be held responsible for the actions of governments or individuals.

The discussion comes amid heightened concerns over the treatment of Nigerians in South Africa, particularly following reports surrounding the death of Nigerian national Chika Ibe in Cape Town.

The incident has sparked widespread reactions and renewed debate on relations between citizens of both countries.

Tyla, a Grammy-winning South African singer, has not publicly responded to the boycott calls. Her Lagos concert remains part of her scheduled world tour.

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