1st October, 2022
Nigerian singer, Ahmed Ololade Asake, popularly known as Asake, has sold out his first show at the prestigious O2 Academy Brixton in London in five minutes.
The ‘Sungba’ crooner broke the news in an Instagram post on Friday.
He also announced a second show at the venue to accommodate other interested music lovers.
Asake is scheduled to perform at the 4,921 capacity venue on December 11. The concert is part of his forthcoming tour for ‘Mr. Money With The Vibe,’ his debut album, in the United Kingdom.
According to the Instagram post, tickets for his second show would be available from Monday.
Appreciating his fans, Asake wrote; “UK Terminators sold out my 1st London show in five minutes una too much. Can’t leave anyone out 2nd Date added tickets are on sale Monday. Let’s go! I can’t wait to see you all!!” he wrote.
With the feat, Asake joins the list of Nigerian singers who have sold out the venue.
In 2018, Burna Boy also sold out the hall during the London leg of his ‘Life On The Outside’ album tour.
In December 2019, Naira Marley and Zlatan Ibile headlined a show held at the venue.