Family, friends, musical artists and legends, as well as admirers, have gathered in Lagos in a colourful celebration of the 90th birthday of Pa Benson Idonije, the grandfather of Grammy-winning superstar Burna Boy.

The red carpet shimmered with elegance as guests arrived in style, but beyond the glitz and glamour is a deeper story — one that connects generations of African music greatness, from the era of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti to the global dominance of Burna Boy.

Pa Idonije, a respected music critic, former broadcaster and former manager of Fela, occupies a unique place in Nigeria’s cultural history.

Here are photos from the event as it unfolds:Pa Idonijie (2nd-left) is a former manager of Fela Anikulapo-KutiPa Idonijie (2nd-left) is also a respected music critic and former broadcaster.

Burna Boy (2nd-left) was also at the event.

Chairman of Channels Media Group, Dr. John Momoh, also attended the event.

Some guests at the event

The event attracted artists, music legends, friends and associates.

(Channels TV)

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