Adekunle Gold Celebrates The Macallan Partnership with Star-Studded Lagos Dinner

It was an evening of fine whisky, music and storytelling as singer Adekunle Gold gathered some of Lagos’ biggest names in entertainment and fashion to celebrate his partnership with luxury Scotch whisky brand The Macallan.

Held at Vici Lagos in Victoria Island, the intimate dinner drew a select guest list that included his wife, Simi, Bovi, Ladipoe, Kaylah Oniwo, Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Teniola Aladese, Ugo Mozie and other personalities from the creative industry.

The event marked another milestone for the award-winning singer, who was recently announced as The Macallan’s Brand Ambassador in Nigeria.

Against the backdrop of a live string quartet and curated whisky experiences, guests were treated to an evening that reflected both the premium heritage of the whisky brand and Adekunle Gold’s evolution as one of Nigeria’s most respected music stars. The Macallan educator and brand ambassador, Daniel Atteh, guided the guests on the craftsmanship of the whisky.

Speaking at the event, Hammed Adebiyi, Senior Brand Manager, West and Central Africa for Edrington Portfolio, said the partnership was built on shared values of excellence, patience and craftsmanship. According to him, Adekunle Gold’s decade-long journey in the music industry mirrors the dedication and intentionality that define The Macallan brand.

“That is why the partnership with Adekunle Gold feels so natural. He is someone who is intentional about his craft, and that has been evident across more than a decade of work, from Gold to what has now become a trademark name,” he said.

One of the highlights of the evening was a fireside conversation with the singer, who reflected on his rise from aspiring musician to one of Afrobeats’ most celebrated voices.

Describing the partnership as a deeply personal one, Adekunle Gold said it represented years of hard work and staying true to his craft.

“It has been a long time coming. I took the stairs, I did the work, and it is incredible to see that the time and hard work have chosen to become forever,” he said.

The celebration concluded with a toast by the singer, officially marking the partnership before an audience of friends, colleagues and industry stakeholders.