Furious Fans Criticize Asake for ₦300k Lagos Show After Low Ticket Sales Leave Seats Empty

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Afrobeats sensation Asake, born Ahmed Ololade, is under fire after revealing a ₦300,000 ticket price for his highly anticipated Lagos homecoming concert, sparking outrage among fans.

The steep pricing quickly went viral online, with critics slamming it as an exclusionary move that sidelines loyal supporters who fueled his meteoric rise.

Many argued the cost is unreasonable, especially amid Nigeria’s current economic challenges.

Event organizers defended the pricing, citing high production value and premium VIP experiences, but the justification failed to quell the backlash.

Many fans viewed it as a betrayal, accusing the artist of prioritizing profit over accessibility.

Some supporters are threatening to skip the event entirely unless more budget-friendly alternatives are offered.

Fan reactions poured in across social media:

Lara Flame tweeted: “This is pure exploitation. N300k in today’s Nigeria? Asake’s team is clearly out of touch with the realities of everyday fans.”

Kruz Nation commented: “From ‘Mr Money’ to taking money—how ironic. Now his show is only for the elite? Shameful pivot from the ‘street ambassador.'”

Dami Ice fired back: “If he wants only billionaires at his concert, fine. But don’t pretend to represent the streets while pricing them out.”

Sparrow X noted: “N300k could feed a family for months. But sure, let’s spend it on one night of VIP drinks while Asake performs. Priorities!”

Nora Blaze added: “This isn’t just greed—it’s arrogance. The same fans who streamed his music can’t even afford to see him live. What a joke.”

Jaycee Tope remarked: “Organisers think throwing in a ‘free’ wristband justifies the robbery. Asake better wake up before his fanbase does.”

Rexy Lomo stated: “Remember when artists actually cared about their supporters? Now it’s just corporate extortion disguised as entertainment.”

The controversy isn’t new—Asake’s previous concerts also faced criticism for sky-high premium table packages exceeding ₦5 million.

Since his breakout with ‘Omo Ope’, Asake has dominated charts with hits like ‘Sungba Remix’, ‘PBUY’, and ‘2:30’, blending Afrobeats with global sounds.