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Dave forced to reschedule O2 concerts after storm Eunice ripped the roof to shreds

Rapper Dave has been forced to reschedule his concerts at the O2 after the domed venue's roof was ripped off by Storm Eunice.

The musician, 23, was preparing to step onto the stage this week but had to cancel due to the damage.

His gigs will now be held on February 28 and March 1 at the London venue, which was known as the Millennium Dome when it opened on New Year’s Eve in 1999.

His shows in Newcastle and Glasgow have also been moved to March 5 and March 7.

Dave announced the changes on Twitter : "Bad news, The O2 have told us Monday and Tuesday’s shows can’t happen.

David Orobosa Omoregie aka Dave won a BRIT Award (AFP via Getty Images)

"(Storm/roof) we’re doing everything we can to reschedule the shows to play as soon as possible. Have been told it won’t be too long I’ll know more on Monday and will return with a tweet then.. So sorry guys."

He added: “I’m genuinely so sorry I had to move these dates.”

Dave, who was born in Streatham, London, was named best hip-hop/grime/rap winner at this years BRIT Awards.

He saw off competition from AJ Tracey, Central Cee, Ghetts and Little Simz following the release of his album We're All Alone in This Together.

He closed the ceremony at the O2 Arena from a flame-throwing guitar.

The rapper was forced to change his dates at the O2 (Dave J Hogan/Getty Images)
He won best hip hop, grime and rap artist (AFP via Getty Images)

The rapper shared a moment of reflection: “I went past a college today on my way to the Arena, and I saw some of the kids doing their thing.

“It took me back to a different time, feels like it was just yesterday I was going to Richmond College and St. Mark’s.

“My mum, all of my friends and family I love you guys so much.

The roof of the O2 was destroyed in the storms (Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)

“To be able to share a stage with some of the most talented musicians in the world, some of the best rappers in my field, it’s the best I can do.”

In footage shared on social media, the O2’s roof covering could be seen flapping in the high winds during Friday’s storm.

The iconic venue is currently undergoing repairs to fix its domed structure.

A number of concerts were postponed and have since been rescheduled. UB40’s has been moved to February 25.

It might take months before the venue is back up and running (PA)

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Simply Red’s have shifted to March 2 and 3. The Lumineers’ has gone to March 4.

It has been reported that the O2 could be closed for months after 122mph winds tore the roof off.

Around 1,000 people were evacuated from the arena and fire crews rushed to secure the partially collapsed roof.

Employees of the music and leisure venue spoke of the moment the roof "was whipped off" with a "huge whooshing sound".

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