Nigerian Afrobeats sensation, Divine Ikubor, widely known as Rema, achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first African artist to perform at the prestigious Ballon d’Or ceremony.

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The 23-year-old artist took to the stage during the 2023 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris, France, captivating the audience with a performance of his hit track, ‘Calm Down.’

The award organizers, excited about Rema’s electrifying performance, shared a clip of his appearance on their official X platform, posting, “Calm Down! @heisrema takes on the stage of the Ballon d’Or!”

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This event marked a significant moment for both Rema and the African music industry, as he continues to make his mark on the global music scene.