Afrobeats Orchestra Record set by King Saheed Osupa and KS1 Malaika is certified by Guinness World Records after Lagos performance

King Saheed Osupa and KS1 Malaika have been recognised by Guinness World Records after a Lagos concert achieved the record for the world’s largest orchestra assembled for an Afrobeats performance.

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The record-keeping organisation confirmed the achievement on Tuesday, following a verification process for the event organised by entertainment company Dapper Live & Artists.

The historic performance featured 85 musicians who delivered a coordinated orchestral arrangement built around Afrobeats compositions at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Lagos, on December 16, 2025.

Titled Trench Symphony: The Dapper Live Experience, the concert brought together a lead conductor, choir members, dancers and contemporary Afrobeats performers alongside veteran Fuji stars Saheed Osupa and KS1 Malaika.

The production aimed to create a powerful fusion of West African musical traditions, combining Fuji rhythms, Afrobeats influences and classical orchestral arrangements in one performance.

Following a detailed assessment by Guinness World Records adjudicators, the achievement was officially added to the global record books.

The milestone represents a significant moment for Nigerian music, highlighting the growing international recognition of the country’s diverse sounds and the creative possibilities of blending traditional and modern musical styles.

Dapper Live & Artists, led by Nigerian music executive Damilola “Dapper” Akinwunmi, described the project as an effort to showcase the depth and versatility of African music on a global stage.

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The recognition places the Lagos concert among notable Nigerian cultural achievements that have used music to connect local heritage with international audiences.