Nigeria set for venue boom as new arena confirmed
A 4,500-cap indoor arena in Abuja is one of six projects planned as part of a scheme to develop the country's touring ecosystem
News By James Hanley | 19 June 2025
A new 4,500-cap indoor arena in Nigeria is set to be launched as part of plans to develop the country’s first “comprehensive” venue network.
Located in the arts and crafts village of the capital Abuja, the flagship scheme is being headed by entertainment brand Mefa, in partnership with the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC).
The privately-funded project, which is expected to be completed in 2026, will host up to 250 events a year and has been hailed…
You've used your free article this month
Continue reading with a free account, or subscribe for unlimited access to all of our news, features and reports.
Already have an account? Sign in
