Unathi Msengana biography , age, children, husband, album, before and after pictures of weight loss.
BIOGRAPHY (Key)
Full name: Unathi Msengana
Maiden name: Nkayi
Date of birth: November 6, 1978
Children: Sinako, Imbo
Occupation: Singer, actress, presenter
Genres: Soul, R&B
Nationality: SouthAfrica
Unathi Msengana is a South African singer, radio host and disc jockey who was born on November 6, 1987 in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape.
She’s best known for hosting shows on Youth station nad Metro FM show with Glen Lewis.
She had her secondary education at Victoria Girls High school and attended Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa, where she studied Journalism and drama.
She got married to her husband, Thomas Msengana (Bad boy T) in 2009 after which she confirmed their seperation in 2017 (Eight years). The couple had two children, a son – Sinako and a daughter – Imbo.
She was a radio disc jockey at Metro FM in 2007 and had also replaced Mara Louw as a judge on the M-Net reality competition idols in 2011.
AWARDS AND NOMINATIONS
Unathi with a lot of talent, has been nominated and also awarded several awards.
She was nominated twice at the South African music awards (SAMAs).
She was nominated for best Urban Pop album at the SAMAs.
She was named as one of the top ten people in media by the Star newspaper in 2004 and 2005.
She was named most promising woman in media at the MTN Media Awards.
She got two awards at the Metro FM music awrads for song of the year and bessed dressed artist.
She was given the Glamour woman of the year at the Media Star in 2014.
UNATHI ALBUMS AND SONGSUnathi who is also a singr and a song writer had shared the stage with several top musicians like John Lehend and Youssou N’Dour.
Some of her songs include: Sunini, Kwa Nolali,Kubhlungu, Run, Let him be, Nguwu.
Here is also a picture of Unathi Msengana before and after weight loss:
UNATHI SOCILA MEDIA PROFILE
Unathi on instagram @Unathi.co, on twitter @Unathimsegana.
Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji (born March 24, 1995) is an indigenous Nigerian singer, songwriter and rapper. He came to prominence for his rap single “Rapture” which was accompanied with a befitting visual. The self acclaimed “Half Human Half Rap” has been able to carve a niche for himself in the music industry with his unique style of which he blends English, Yoruba and Egba which makes him stand out from the crowd.
Ola Dips
Ola Dips: Bio, Facts, Photo
Quick Facts
Birth Name:
Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji
Birth Date:
March 24, 1995
Birth Place:
Ogun State
Nationality:
Nigerian
Occupation:
Singer, Songwriter
Record Label:
Edge Records
Net Worth:
$50,000-$100,000
Early Life
Ola dips was born on March 24, 1995 in Ogun state where he had his early education. He relocated to Lagos State to pursue his music career.
He began with dropping freestyles and was able to draw music fans nearer with his play on words and exciting lyrics.
Career
Ola Dips who draws inspiration from the likes of 2face Idibia, 9ice, Olamide, D’banj, Reminisce, Lord of Ajasa and the late legendary Dagrin, kicked off his music career in 2012 with the first mic appearance on Successful (Drake ft. Trey Songz cover).
He gained recognition after winning D’banj’s “King is here” competition, an award which earned him a record deal with Edge records label owned by Reminisce.
Recall that Olamide wanted to sign the young rapper to his label “YBNL” but had to put a stop to it because he does the same pattern of song with Chinko Ekun.
Fast forward to this time, the fast rising rapper has remained consistent, maintaining a healthy competition with other indigenous rapper like CDQ, Reminisce and Olamide.
However, Ola Dips was listed by Naijaloaded as one of the top 5 indigenous rapper to watch out for in 2017.
Ola Dips Songs
Dreams and Realities
5am in Ogun state
Hello (Adele cover)
Asalamalekun (Reminisce cover)
Bounce ft. Reminisce
Let Dagrin down
Ello Bae
Shoki
Chache
Champaigne
Rapture
Featured songs
DJ Instinct “Omo better” ft. small doctor
Blood Drive “Cypher” ft. Drey, Boogey, Paybac, Young Soss
Killertunes “Love in pieces” ft. CDQ, T-classic
Net Worth
Oladips is a Nigerian singer with an estimated net worth of $50,000-$100,000.
Daminu Ogulu (born July 2, 1991) well known as Burna Boy, is an award winning Nigerian Afro-beat sensation and a prolific songwriter. He came to prominence for his hit single “Like To Party”. He left the music scene for a while only to make a major come back with back to back hit singles from “Ye” to “Angelina”. He won a Grammy Award in 2020 for his album “Twice As Tall” and hence the name “African Giant”.
Burna Boy
Burna Boy: Bio, Facts, Photo
Quick Facts
Birth Name:
Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu
Birth Date:
July 2, 1991
Birth Place:
Portharcourt
State of Origin:
Rivers State
Nationality:
Nigerian
Occupation:
Singer, Songwriter
Genre:
Afrobeat, Reggae, Dancehall
Girlfriend:
Stefflon Don
Net Worth:
$17,000,000
Early Life
Burna Boy was born on 2 July 1991 in Portharcourt. He grew up in Ahaoda, Rivers state part of Nigeria before he later relocated to Lagos state to pursue a full time career in music.
He attended the Montessori international school and later completed his secondary education at Corona, Agbara, Lagos, after which he moved to the UK to further his education.
However, his mother, Bose Ogulu, has always been the backbone of his career and thus became his manager.
Career
Burna Boy got inspiration from the pioneer of Afro-beat, Fela Kuti. He came to limelight with the song “Like to party” which was accompanied with a video directed by Adasa Cookey for Squareball Media.
Having stood out for his swags and unique voice, the afrobeat singer has been able to find his way to the top with several outstanding songs.
He showcased his talent much better with the release of the single titled “Tonight” which was also given a befitting visuals to express his feelings.
He also has released some other hit singles like “Check and Balance”, “Run My Race”, “Yawa Dey”, “Celebrate, “Won Da Mo” featuring D’Banj.
Burna Boy who seems like a forgotten one as he was away from the music scene for a quite a while, came back in 2017 with a full force while dropping hits back to back from “Ye” to Gbona and “On a Low”.
The singer became a sensation across the globe after he released his much anticipated album “Twice As Tall” which had several top collaborations from the likes of Youssou N’Dour, Chris Martin, Sauti Sol, Stormzy and so on. The album produced numerous exciting singles like Way too big, Alarm Clock, Wonderful, Onyeka, Monsters You Made and many others. It also enjoys mouth watering production from the likes of Timberland, LeriQ, P2J, Telz, Jae5, Skread and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs.
Fans couldn’t get enough of his energetic vibes as he got a major collaboration with Wizkid on the single “Ginger” which also went viral online.
Awards And Nominations
Burna Boy has won numerous awards such as:
African Artiste of the Year at Soundcity MVP Awards Festival (2019)
Song of the Year at The Headies (2019)
Best African Act at MTV Europe Music Awards (2019)
Album of the Year and Song of the Year at All Africa Music Awards (2019)
Best International Act at BET Awards (2020)
Best International Act at MOBO Awards (2020)
Best Global Music Album at Grammy Awards (2020)
He has got several nominations which include:
Next Rated and Best R&B single at The Headies (2013)
Hip Hop World Revelation of the Year at the Headies (2014)
Best Recording of the Year at the BET Awards (2015)
Video of the Year at MTV Europe Music Awards (2019)
Listener’s Choice at Soundcity MVP Awards Festival (2019)
READ ALSO: Duncan Mighty Biography: Profile & Net Worth
Personal Life
Burna Boy is in a relationship with the British singer, Stefflon Don. They began dating as far back as 2019 and the two have always been pictured together online.
Net Worth & Endorsements
The reggae sensation who have taste for exotic cars, owns a Range Rover Sport and G-class Mercedes benz worth over N17 million naira and N20 million naira respectively.
He signed a multi-million deal with the Nigerian Telecommunication giant, Globacom worth over N1.3 million naira and also signed a deal with Mortell Cognac in 2016.
Burna Boy is one of the most influential Nigerian singer with an estimated net worth of $17,000,000.
Here is Hadiza Blell, popularly known as Di’ja biography, age, net worth, songs, awards and nominations.
Di’ja is a Nigerian singer and song writer born on 14th of August and currently signed to Mavin records.
She is of mixed race, born to a Nigerian mother and a Sierra Leonian/Lebanese father who is also a one time deputy minister of Sierra Leone.
Di’ja is a multi-linguist as she speaks the Hausa language fluently with her mother being from the Northern part of Nigeria and Krio language, a Sierra Leonian local dialect.
Di’ja whose name is a combination of Hadiza and Khadijah, earned a double degree in Biology and Psychology.
With influence from music stars such as Bob Marly, Tupac Shakur, Tracy Champman, Mia, The Everly brother, she started her music carer in 2008 and rose to fame in 2014 with her hit single “Awww” after joining the Mavin records.
The song “Awww” was accompanied with a befitting visuals to compliment as directed by Unlimited LA.
Her first official single under the Mavin records was “Yaro” which is an up-tempo love tune. The song infuses both Hausa and Krio langauage which was meant to acknowledge her Nigerian and Sierra Leone roots.
Di’ja’s other songs before joining the Mavin records includes; “Dan’Iska (Rudebwoy)”, “Hold on (Ba Damuwa)”, “How can we be firends”.
Ever since she came to limelight, she has also been featured in the Mavin collaboration singles like; “Dorobucci”, “Adaobi”, “Jantamata”, “Looku Looku”, which stars the likes of Don Jazzy, D’Prince, Tiwa Savage, Dr Sid, Tiwa Savage, Reekado Banks and Korede Bello.
Di’ja And Her Husband
Di’ja is one of those celebrities who does not flaunt her private life on social media. She was married for years, pregnant and even had a baby without anybody knowing what’s happening inn her life. The singer who decided to show off her husband, Mr Rotimi as ta July 1st, 2016, also revealed some other details which include:
They started dating in summer 2014
They had their wedding Fatiha 2015
Their traditional wedding was held in December 2015
She welcomed a baby boy in 2016
Di’ja Endorsement
Di’ja got an endorsement deal with the Nigerian telecommunication giant, Globacom in July 2015.
Di’j Net Worth
Di’ja who already made name for herself in the music scene especially with her single ‘Awww” whose video got more than two million views on first week of release. Di’ja net worth is estimated to be $400,000.
Di’ja Awards And Nominations
In 2009, Di’ja was nominated for Best Urban/RnB singles at the Canadian music award and had also won best new artiste at the Beat Music award in London.
In 2014, she was nominated for the most promising act to watch at Nigerian Entertainment Awards.
Born Ayoleyi Hanniel Solomon on 6th December 1993, is a Nigerian singer and song writer currently signed to the Mavin record label owned by Don Jazzy.
Life & Music Career
Reekado Banks who started as a singer in the church is the last-born of a family of 6 children born to a pastor father and a caterer mum.
He completed his secondary school in 2008 and graduated in 2014 from the prestigious University of Lagos with a degree in History and strategic studies.
The singer who grew up in Ikorodu, an outskirt of Lagos, also a brother, Temi who is a music producer and an elder sister, a gospel singer.
Before fame, Reeky as fondly called has adopted the name “Spicy” and also do more of rap of which he was later advised by his brother to focus more on singing.
His stage name, Reekado Banks is curled out from a Spanish name “Ricardo” which means “Ruler of kings” and the “Banks” according to the singer means “Being rich in musical content”.
Reekado’s journey isn’t complete without mentioning how he got signed by the record giant, Mavins.
This was how it all started; Reeky’s brother had submitted some of his songs without his consent to the record label in an online Mavin talent search competition of which he got picked out of the 5,000 entries.
In 2014, he was unveiled as a new artist alongside Korede Bello and Di’ja into the Mavin record label.
The singer wasted no time to drop his first official single “Turn It Up” under the label the same day he got signed.
He also a released a single “Katapot” which was believed to be a diss track for D’banj and Wande Coal. Don Jazzy later debunk the rumor in a series of tweets and Reekado Banks alos confirmed to an online newspaper that the song was meant for his fans.
Obviously, Reekado Fans popularly “Reekaddicts” love his style of music but the singer has more to offer than just singing.
He is a major contributor to Tiwa Savage’s singles “My darling” and also Pasuma’s “Ife” featuring Tiwa Savage.
Reekado Banks Songs And Album
Ever since he was signed into the Mavin records, Reeky has released more than five hit singles which includes; Turn it up, Katapot, Corner, Sugar baby, Oluwa ni, and the latest one Easy (Jeje).
He has also been a part of the collaboartive singles by the Mavins which includes: Dorobucci, Adaobi, Looku Looku, Jantamanta and Arise featuring Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Dr Sid, D’Prince, Korede Bello and Di’ja.
On 1st September 2016, he released his first official debut album titled “Spotlight” of which the album tracklist includes: Killah whyna ft. Patoranking, Problem, Koloba, Biggy man ft. Falz, change, all your love ft. D’prince, Move ft. Vanessa Mdee and so on.
Reekado Banks Endorsement and Net Worth
Reekado Banks who commands a simple but high class lifestyle, signed a multi million naira endorsement deal with Globacom and had made millions from his music album sales. The singer who charges not less than N600,000 is definitely worth the price as he alwayss ensure to deliver top notch performance.
Reekado Banks net worth is estimated to be $700,000.
Awards and Nominations
Reekado Banks effort didn’t go unnoticed as the singer started out with the Rookie of year awards at 2014 Headies.
He won the Next rated award at the Headies 2015, a tough category which includes the likes of Kiss Daniel and Lil Kesh.
At the same Headies, he was given the video of the year for his hit single “Katapot” which was directed by Unlimited LA.
City People entertainment also recognized the music star as the most promising act to watch out for in 2015.
A quick glance at Maleek Berry biography, age, life history, music career, net worth, endorsement, awards and nominations.
Facts (Key points)
Real Name: Maleek Shoyebi
Stage Name: Maleek Berry
Date of birth: 11 August 1987
Age: 30 years
Place of Birth: South London, United Kingdom
Nationality: Nigeria
Genres: Afro pop, Afrobeats
Occupation: Singer, Song writer, music producer, sound engineer
Net Worth: $1.8m
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Who Is Maleek Berry?
Uk based Maleek Shoyebi better known by his stage name, Maleek Berry is a Nigerian singer and producer born on 11th August, 1987 in South London.
He gained recognition after gathering more than 100,000 views on youtube in first week of the release of Meji Alabi dircted flick forhis hit song “Kontrol”.
Educational Background
The British born talented producer had his primary and secondary education in London. He also got a bachelor degree in Computer science.
Music Career
The fast rising singer who grew up listening to the like sof Tevin Campbell, Boyz 2 Men, Jodeci and Michael Jackson, started his carer at age 14 while forming a grroup in church with two of his friends as they tried to lay their hands on little pre-production set-ups.
Maleek Berry is known to produce one of the biggest song of 2012, “Carolina” by Sauce Kid featuring Davido.
He also gained international recognition after dropping the video for his single “Kontrol”.
Maleek Berry Songs
The singer who is also a producer has a lot of songs to his credit.
Face time remix – Fresh L, Naeto C and Maleekberry
Juice – Ycee ft. Maleek Berry
Awards & Nominations
Maleek Berry was nominated as music producer of the year at the 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards and nominated twice at the Music of Black origin (MOBO) awards for best male act and best african act.
Maleek Berry Net Worth
Not so muh can talked about on his endorsement deals but Maleek Berry net worth is around $1.8 million.
Maleek Berry Social Media Profile
Connect with Maleek Berry on social media; on instagram @maleekberry, twitter @MaleekBerry.
Here is Remy Ma biography, age, facts, profile, children, music career and net worth.
Facts About Remy Ma (Key points)
Real Name: Reminisce Mackie
Other Names: Remmy Martin, Shesus Khryst
Date of Birth: May 30, 1980
Age: 37 years
Nationality: American
Place of Birth: New York, USA
Ocupation: Rapper, Song writer
Genre: Hip hop
Spouse: Papoose
Net Worth: $500,000
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Who is Remy Ma?
Remy Ma is an American singer born on May 30, 1980 in New York, USA.
She became famous for her hit songs; lean back, Ante Up, Conceited and All the way up.
Early Life & Education
The New York born singer, is an American by Nationality but belongs to African-American ethnicity.
She had her education in Marymount Marhattan College.
Remy Ma Music Career
Remmy Ma started her music career in 2000 while appearing on Big Pun’s “Yeeeeh Baby” album, rendering her vocals to songs like; “Ms Martin” and “You was wrong”.
She joined the terro squad in 2004 after which she released an album titled “Lean back that got her a nomination at the Grammy awards.
She came to the spotlight with songs like; “There’s something about Remy”, “Based on a true story”, “Whuteva”.
Remy Ma Awards & Nominations
2005: Nominated for the best rap performance at the Grammy awards and won Best female hip hop artist at the Bet awards.
2006: Nominated for best female artist at the Bet awards.
2016: The year 2016 recorded most of her achievements.
She won the best female hip hop video and people’s champ award at the best hip hop award.
Won the Rhythm and Bars award, Best collaboration at the Soul train music awards.
Nominated for Best rap song and Best rap performance at Grammy awards.
2017: Nominated for best duo group with Fat Joe at the Bet Awards.
Remy Ma Net Worth
Remy Ma net worth is $500,000
Remmy Ma on Social Media
With her fame, Remi Ma gathers large followers on Facebook with 678 thousand, on twitter with 299 thousand and on instagram with 4.5 million.Connect with her on instagram @remyma, twitter @remyma and facebook @RealRemyMa
Cardi B biography, age, height, facts, life history, awards and nominations.
Facts About Cardi B (Key points)
Real Name: Belcalis Almanzer
Date of Birth: October 11, 1992
Age: 25 years
Nationality: American
Birth Place: The Bronx, New York, USA
Ethnicity: Mixed
Occupation(s): Rapper, song writer, televison personality
Genre: Hip Hop
Net Worth: $600,000
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Who Is Cardi B?
Belcalis Almanzer known by stage name, Cardi B is an American rapper and television personality, bron on October 11, 1992 to a Trinidad mother and Dominican father.
Early Life & Education
Cardi B who grew up with her sister Hennesy Carolina in the New York, became famous after appearing on the VH1 reality television series, “Love &Hip hop New York”.As a youth, Cardi B became part of the bloods street gang at a very tender age of 16.
She attended Rennaissance High School but was unable to complete her education due to financial constraints.
She went on to work in a Supermarket but had to stop to become a stripper at night clubs as she couldn’t cope with the job alone.
She further re-joined the school but had to leave because of her job.
Cardi B Musical Career
Cardi B who was a dancer and a stripper, started her music career in 2005 with Jamaican singer Popcaan in a single “Boom Boom”.She made her music video debut in the song “Cheap Ass Weave”.
Her first body of work was a mixtape titled “Gangsta Bitch music, Vol1”.
Cardi joined her first music label, Atlantic records and released her first single “Bodak Yellow” under the imprint.
The single “Bodak Yellow” recorded a massive success as it was ranked in the top ten of the U.S Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Cardi B Net Worth
Cardi B efforts has speaks for itself, having a successful career in modelling and musical venture. Her net worth is estimated at $600,000.
Awards And Nominations
2017 has been a major success for the singer.She was nominated twice at the Bet Awards for Best New Artist and Best female hip hop artist.
At the Bet Hip Hop Awards, she was nomianted for Best Hip hop video and Impact track for her “Bodak Yellow”, a song which alos won the single of the year.
Also, she won the Best Hip Hop artiste, Hustler of the year, Best Hip hop style and Best Mixtape at the same Hip hop awards.
Cardi B Social Media profile
Cardi B’s fan base sky rocket ever since she gained fame with her single “Bodak Yellow”. She has facebook fpollowers of 3 million, twitter 736k, Instagram 8.5m.Connect with her on instagram and twitter @iamcardib
Mega superstar Korede Bello biography, endorsement, real age, eduactional background, music career, cars and houses, awards and nominations.
Nigerian Singer and song writer, Korede Bello who became famous for his winks in music videos, was born on February 29, 1996 and hails from Lags state.
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Facts About Korede Bello (Key points)
Stage Name: Korede Bello
Former Name: African Prince
Date of Birth: February 29, 1996
Origin: Lagos state
Occuaption: Singer, Song writer
Instruments: Guitar
Labels: Mavin records
Who Is Korede Bello?
Korede is a Nigerian singer ans song writer. Korede which means harvest, has been able to breakthrough in the Nigerian music industry and has remained consistent evr since he came to limelight with the hit song “God win”, a semi-gospel and pop sound.
He has been able to carve a niche for himself with his unique voice and hair cut style to compliment his creativity.
Educational Background
Korede as he his fondly called, had his primary and secondary education in Lagos state.
He studied Mass communication at the Nigerian Institute of Journalism and holds a National diploma certificate. He is also an associate member of the institute of Information Management.
Music Career
Korede Bello started singing at the age of 7 where he was known by the stage name “African Prince”.
He began his music career professionally while in secondary school where he recorded and released his first single “Forever”.
With his first single gaining positive reviews, the handsome singer was introduced by his manager, Casmir Uwaegbute to Mavin boss, Don Jazzy.
Korede got into got into the studio to record some songs with Don Jazzy who was extremely impressed. He got signed to the Mavin record label and then recorded some songs like “African Princess” and the very hit single “Godwin”.
Korede Bello Songs & Album
Ever since he became one of the fans favorite, he has so many singles to his name which includes:
African Prince
Dorubucci Ft. Reekado Banks, Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Dr Sid, Di’ja, D’Prince.
Adaobi Ft. Don Jazzy, Reekado Banks, Di’ja
Looku Looku Ft. Don Jazzy, Tiwa Savage, Dr Sid, D’prince, Reekado Banks
Cold Outside
Jingle Bell
Godwin
Jantamata Ft. Mavin records artistes
Romantic Ft. Tiwa Savage
Mungo Park
One And Only
Do Like That Remix Ft. Kelly Rowland
While
drawing inspiration from 2face and other notable top artistes, Korede
debut an official album titled ‘Belloved” at the heart of his loving
fans “Bellovers” meaning “Bell Lovers”.
Here is the album tracklist below:
Korede
Oh Baybe
Butterfly
Let Him Go
My People Ft. Lil Kesh
If You Smile
Young Presido
Favorite Song
Ese Baba
Check out korede Bello latest pictures with his unique haircut style.
Endorsement & Net Worth
With much popularity, the singer
whose hit song “Godwin” gained massive airplays, has made over N100
million in his first year at Mavin records with millions of copies of
his songs sold out.
The singer signed a multi million naira endorsemnt deal in 2015 with Globacom.
His net worth is currently estimated to be $400,000.
Awards & Nominations
The
young music star started started receiving awards back in 2014 where he
won the award for the most promising music act to watch in the Nigerian
Teen Choice Awards.
The singer was nominated twice in 2015 Nigeria Entertainment awards for the hottest single of the year and Best New Act.
Also
in 2015, he was nominated for the next rated award and song of the year
and got an award for best pop single. He also won the Best song o the
year at the 4th annual Global Icon academy movie awards.
In 2016,
he was nominated for Best collaboration for the song “Romantic”
featuring Tiwa Savage at the Nigerian Entertainment awards while he won
the Pop artiste of the year at the City people entertainment awards and
Best contemporary afro video for “Godwin” at the 9th Nigeria music
video awards.
Contact Korede Bello on instagram and twitter @koredebello.
Sir Victor Uwaifo biography, profile, songs, history and major achievements all at a glance.
Sir Victor Uwaifo is a Nigerian high life singer, song writer, sculptor and musical instrument inventor, who was born on 1st march 1941 in Benin city, Edo state part of Nigeria.
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Biography (Key Points)
Full Name: Sir Victor Uwaifo
Date of Birth: 1 March 1941
Nationality: Nigeria
Occupation(s): Singer, Song writer, Sculptor
Genres: High life
Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Percussion, Guitar
Record Labels: Hypertek digital, 960 music group
Who Is Sir Victor Uwaifo
Sir Victor Uwaifo is a Nigerian high life singer who was known for his hit songs like “Guitar boy” and “Mami water” which acording to him was inspired by an encounter with a mami water (Mermaid), while relaxing at the beach in Lagos.
Educational Background
Sir Victor Uwaifo had his secondary education in both Western boys high school, Benin and St Gregory College, Lagos.
He attended Yaba College of technology (YABATECH), Lagos where he studied graphics and won a scholarship as best student.
He also obtained a Bachelors degree in Fine and apllied arts with a first class honour and also a masters degree from the University of Benin.
However in 2009, he was given a honorary doctor of letter from the sam University and also appointed a visiting professor to the American University, California, U.S.A.
Musical Career
Sir Victor Uwaifo who started playing Guitar at the age of 12, was influenced by listening to gramophone records of Spanish and Latin American music.
While he was at St. Gregory’s college. he played for Victor’s Olaiya’s all stars band and upon graduation he got a job with the Nigerian television authority (NTA) before forming his won band ‘The Melody Maestros’ in 1995.
The band then released “Joromi” which became a hit song in Nigeria and other parts of the West Africa region.
During that year, he recorded many songs as a solo artiste which includes: “Oko no mu me”, “Police”, “Akugbe” and so on.
His major breakthrough in the music industry came when he signed up with Philips label in 1965 and had so many hits like ‘Joromi” and “Siwo Siwo”.
The song “Joromi” was so much appreciated among fans as they admire his talent and ability to play the guitar with both his feet and his tongue.
In 1969, Sir Victor Uwaifo launched a new beat called “Shadow” and was immediately accompanied by a new dance known as “Shadow”, a mixture of Akwete and twist.
After launch of shadow, the Maelody Maestros went on tour to many cities in Nigeria.
Sir Victor Uwaifo made history in Nigeria when he won the first Golden records in Nigeria and West Africa for his song “Joromi” in 1996.
In total, Victor Uwaifo had 12 Golden records till date and had travelled to many other African and European countries including, Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire, United States, Russia, Japan, Spain, Canada, Rome, Hungary, France, United Kingdom.
Apart from dishing out hit songs, he is also an inventor of the double neck “Magic guitar” with 18 trings which rotates 360 degreesat the speed of sound.
Recently, Victor Uwaifo experiemented with the fusion of hip hop and high life sound in his album titled “Colabo 2012” where he featured the new generation musician like 2face Idibia, Dare Art Alade, Henryn Sax,Ekhator, Kunle Ayo, Tobi Adgoke.
Recogniton And Major Acievements
With his unique talent and contributuons towards the development of the creative arts in Nigeria, Sir Victor Uwaifo was recognised by the federal governmennt adn awarded with a National honour of the Member of the Order of Nigeria (M.O.N) by the then president, Shehu Shagari in 1983.
He was also appointed by the honourable commissioner of Arts, Culture and Tourism in Edo state.
Internationaly he is cited in the Grove dictionary of Music and Musicians, 1983 edition, documented in the “Who’s who in Nigeria”, “Who’s who in Africa”, “Who’s who in the commen wealth”, and “Men and women of distinction in the commen wealth”.
He is also an honorary member of the Biographical Advisory Council, Cambridge, England.
