Photos From #AFCON2017 Opening Ceremony

The 2017 edition of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) began on Saturday, Jan. 14 in Libreville, Gabon.

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The competition was declared open by Gabon’s president Ali Bongo Ondimba with top performances from Akon, Davido, Diamond Platnumz and other African stars.

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Checkout more photos from the opening ceremony below.

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Also, watch Diamond Platnumz’s highlights below.