The Star Mega Jam was a series of music concerts in Nigeria held annually from 2000 to 2010. Each year it was held in

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and Abuja. Acts that played included Awilo Logomba,

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, Usher, Koffi Olumide, 50 Cent,

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and

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, LL Cool J and

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, T-Pain, Nelly, Nas, Busta Rhymes and

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. The music festival was cancelled in 2011, with the organizers citing logistical challenges. It has not been held since.

References

{{reflist Music festivals in Nigeria Recurring events established in 2000 2000 establishments in Nigeria Recurring events disestablished in 2010 2010 disestablishments in Africa