Davido Opens Afrobeat Music School In Lagos - Free Tuition For 500 Students
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*Introduction: Davido Gives Back With Lagos Music Academy Launch*
Davido officially opened the _DMW Music Academy_ in Lekki, Lagos, on Saturday, offering free music education to 500 young Nigerian talents.
The 32-year-old Afrobeats superstar funded the 3-story academy himself as part of his _Davido Music Worldwide Foundation_ initiative. The school will provide training in music production, songwriting, dance, and music business, with industry mentors from Nigeria and the UK.
Auditions were held across Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Lagos last month, with over 8,000 applicants applying for the 500 spots.
*What The Academy Offers*
The _DMW Music Academy_ features 12 soundproof recording studios, a dance rehearsal hall, and a live performance stage modeled after Lagos’ famous Terra Kulture venue.
Students will learn from producers who have worked with Burna Boy, Tems, and Rema, plus a 6-month internship program at DMW headquarters. The curriculum also includes courses on copyright, music marketing, and streaming royalties to help students navigate the global music industry.
All students will receive free instruments, laptops, and monthly stipends for transportation and meals.
*Why Davido Started The School*
Davido said he was inspired by his own journey from studying at Babcock University to becoming a global Afrobeats icon.
“When I started, I didn’t have access to proper training or equipment. I want these kids to have what I didn’t,” Davido said during the opening ceremony. “Afrobeats is taking over the world, and Nigeria needs to lead that sound.”
The academy will also host monthly live concerts where students can perform for industry executives and fans.
*How Nigerians Reacted*
The opening ceremony was attended by Tiwa Savage, Pheelz, and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who praised Davido for investing in youth empowerment.
*Fan reactions on X:*
- “Davido building the future of Afrobeats right here in Lagos. This is what legacy looks like.”
- “500 kids getting free music education? OBO you’re a blessing to Nigeria.”
- “Imagine learning production from DMW producers. I’m applying next year.”
The hashtag #DMWMusicAcademy trended at No. 1 on X Nigeria for 12 hours.
*What’s Next For Davido*
Davido is currently working on his fifth studio album, expected to drop in December 2026, featuring collaborations with African and American artists.
He’s also set to headline the 2026 Afro Nation Festival in Portugal in July and has partnered with Spotify to launch an Afrobeats mentorship podcast in August 2026.
*Conclusion: Davido Invests In Nigeria’s Next Generation Of Stars*
With the _DMW Music Academy_, Davido is securing Afrobeats’ future by training the next wave of Nigerian producers, singers, and songwriters. Lagos just became the new hub for music education in Africa.
*Hotvibe family, if you could enroll in the academy, which course would you pick?* Music production or songwriting?
Let us know in the comments below π
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