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Guinness World Records certifies Saheed Osupa, Malaika-led Afrobeats orchestra feat
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Guinness World Records certifies Saheed Osupa, Malaika-led Afrobeats orchestra feat

Guinness World Records has certified a concert by Dapper Live & Artists in Lagos, Nigeria, as the world's largest orchestra for an Afrobeats performance. The event, titled 'Trench Symphony: The Dapper Live Experience,' featured 85 musicians, led by conductor King Saheed Osupa and KS1 Malaika, along with other Afrobeats artists. The concert took place on December 16, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Centre and blended Afrobeats, Fuji music, and orchestral elements. Organizers had previously announced the event's verification process by Guinness World Records, aiming to set a new record.

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Guinness World Records certifies Saheed Osupa, Malaika-led Afrobeats orchestra feat

Guinness World Records has certified a concert by Dapper Live & Artists in Lagos, Nigeria, as the world's largest orchestra for an Afrobeats performance. The event, titled 'Trench Symphony: The Dapper Live Experience,' featured 85 musicians, led by conductor King Saheed Osupa and KS1 Malaika, along with other Afrobeats artists. The concert took place on December 16, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Centre and blended Afrobeats, Fuji music, and orchestral elements. Organizers had previously announced the event's verification process by Guinness World Records, aiming to set a new record.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual report on a cultural and musical achievement without overt ideological framing. It focuses on the recognition of a record by an international organization, emphasizing collaboration between artists and the technical aspects of the performance. There is no explicit left

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