By KELU MUSA

Nigerian music star, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has thrilled fans at Tanzania’s Bongo Flava@30 anniversary festival in Mbeya.

The festival, held on Saturday, Nov. 7, at Eden Highlands Hotel, marked three decades of Bongo Flava, one of Tanzania’s popular music genres.

2Baba was among the headline performers at the event, sharing the stage with several established Tanzanian artistes.

Other performers include Mr Blue, Afande Sele, Kalapina, Juma Nature, Gangwe Mob and Chidi Benz.

The Nigerian singer’s participation added an international dimension to the anniversary celebration, which featured several artistes from Tanzania’s music industry.

Bongo Flava began in Tanzania in the 1990s, blending elements of hip-hop, R&B, reggae and traditional Tanzanian musical influences.

The genre has since grown into a prominent part of East Africa’s contemporary music industry.

2Baba had earlier announced his participation in the festival in a post on his Instagram handle on Oct. 27.

In the post, he expressed excitement about returning to Tanzania and joining the celebration of Bongo Flava’s 30th anniversary.

2Baba has built a successful music career spanning several decades, with hit songs that have earned him recognition across Africa.

His performance at the festival further highlights his continued presence on the African music scene. (NAN)