VDM warns Tyla's Dec 22 Lagos concert won't happen amid SA xenophobia claims
Social activist Martins Vincent Otse (VDM) has demanded organizers cancel South African singer Tyla's December 22, 2026 concert in Lagos, alleging ongoing xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa. In a Facebook video dated July 30, 2026, VDM stated Nigerians shouldn't allow Tyla to profit while compatriots like Chidinma Adetshina face deportation battles in SA courts, warning organizers: 'That show is not happening' and threatening to disrupt the event if it proceeds.
This comes amid calls from some Nigerians to boycott the concert in retaliation for reported attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. Daily Post reports Tyla's management recently announced her world tour schedule including the Lagos date. VDM's claims reference specific tensions following Adetshina's legal case, though independent verification of xenophobia incidents wasn't provided in the report.
The concert date gives organizers and attendees clear timing to consider alternatives or security plans. With tensions highlighted between Nigeria and South Africa over migrant treatment, will you attend Tyla's show despite the boycott calls, seek refunds if canceled, or support alternative local artists instead?