- Several fans complained that the crowd exceeded the venue’s capacity
- Fola acknowledged that reports of injuries were disturbing and emphasised that no show is worth risking lives
- The label assured fans that discussions were ongoing with the organisers to address the situation and prevent a repeat
Fast-rising Afrobeats singer Fola has apologised to fans following the abrupt suspension of his first headline concert at the Mainland Block Party in Lagos due to safety concerns.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the show, held at the Balmoral Event Centre, Victoria Island, was halted after the venue became overcrowded, raising fears of possible injuries and security breaches.
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Several fans complained that the crowd exceeded the venue’s capacity, with some ticket holders unable to gain entry despite purchasing tickets in advance.
Reacting to the incident via his X account on Tuesday, the singer expressed regret over the outcome, stating that stopping the performance was necessary to protect fans.
Fola acknowledged that reports of injuries were disturbing and emphasised that no show is worth risking lives.
His record label, Dangbana Republik, also issued a statement accepting responsibility for the lapses, admitting that poor crowd control created unsafe conditions.
The label assured fans that discussions were ongoing with the organizers to address the situation and prevent a repeat, stressing that audience safety remains a priority.
As of the time of filing this report, organizers of the Mainland Block Party had yet to release an official statement on the incident.
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