Nigerian singer Fave has raised concerns about an alleged directive preventing artists from holding shows in Nigeria during the Islamic month of Ramadan. The young Artiste revealed she facing challenges organizing a show on her birthday, March 13, which falls within the Ramadan period, with promoters citing the restriction. Fave, a Christian, respects Ramadan practices but questions its impact on her business, stating she’s never heard of such restrictions growing up in southern Nigeria.
Fave has taken to social media, X (formerly Twitter) to express her confusion and disappointment, and is now seeking alternative promoters to help organize her show. She emphasizes her respect for all religions but hopes to find a way to celebrate her birthday with a concert.
“So I was tryna do a show in Nigeria on my birthday this year but they’re telling me shows aren’t allowed during Ramadan? I’m a little confused. I started this year wanting to do my first show in Nigeria on my birthday as an independent artiste and back to back, promoters kept sending word to my team saying the same thing. I grew up in the south and never heard of Ramadan practices till I was in my late teens. I respect all religions. But I’m Christian and I really want to do this on my birthday so if you’re reading this and are open to organize, I’d be so happy.”
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), communal prayer (salah), reflection, and community.It is also the month in which the Quran is believed to have been revealed to the Islamic prophet Muhammad. The annual observance of Ramadan is regarded as one of the five pillars of Islam and lasts 29 to 30 days, from one sighting of the crescent moon to the next. The 2026 Ramadan season is set to commence on Tuesday 17 February and end Thursday March 19 2026.
