This archive report was first published on 8 July 2019.
On Sunday, July 07, 2019, the 26th edition of the Koroga Festival took place at Tatu City, with Femi Kuti as the headline act.
The Grammy Award nominee wowed the crowd with his vibrant showmanship, full-blooded sound, and performance, combining African genres like highlife with jazz, funk, and infusing hip-hop and house music.
However, the event was marred by a violent confrontation between members of Ethic Entertainment and security personnel on Saturday, the event's day one.
According to the artistes, members of their team, including a DJ, a hypeman, Zilla (rapper), and their driver, were thoroughly beaten up by K9 Security guards and ended up in hospital.
Details of what led to the confrontation remain scanty, but a witness said hell broke loose when the group returned to the stage after 15 minutes and disrupted the show.
The DJ was forced to switch off his music and scamper for safety with his laptop as scuffle between the security personnel and the group ensued.
Organizers of the Koroga Festival and K9 Security have yet to comment on the matter.
After the shocking incident, Ethic Entertainment threatened to sue the event organizers, stating that they have reported the matter to Ruiru Police Station and obtained an OB number OB:84/06/07/2019.
Revelers enjoying themselves at the Koroga Festival in Tatu City in Kiambu County on Sunday, July 07, 2019. PHOTO | DENNIS ONSONGO
