Tiwa Savage To Perform At Coronation Of British Monarch, King Charles III

Popular Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage is billed to perform at the forthcoming coronation of the British monarch, King Charles III.

King Charles, who is ascending the throne after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, will be crowned alongside Queen Consort Camilla on May 6, 2023, at Westminster Abbey, London.

Buckingham Palace has revealed plans for a festive celebration that would last for three days, which include several notable events, such as a concert featuring famous celebrities at Windsor Castle, and a series of street parties that will take place throughout the country and a volunteering campaign called “The Big Help Out”.

Tiwa Savage will join celebrities such as Steve Winwood, DJ Pete Tong, Lang Lang, Lucy, Paloma Faith, and Olly Murs, who will entertain guests at the coronation concert and Big Lunch scheduled for Sunday, May 7, 2023.

Tiwa Savage’s invitation to perform at the coronation is a significant milestone, as she becomes the first Nigerian artiste to receive such an honour.

In a statement, the organizers disclosed that Tiwa Savage was selected to perform at the historical coronation concert because she is an exceptional artiste with a unique blend of African and Western sounds.

The statement reads, “We are excited to announce that Tiwa Savage will be performing at the coronation concert alongside other world-class musicians.

“Tiwa Savage is an exceptional artiste with a unique blend of African and Western sounds. We are confident that her performance will add colour and excitement to the event.”

KanyiDaily recalls that Tiwa Savage recently bagged an honorary doctorate degree in music at the University of Kent in the United Kingdom (UK).