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Bongos Ikwue, born on June 6, 1942 [1], in Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter known for blending fusion of Afrobeat, highlife, folk, and blues.[2]

Early life

He was born on June 6 1942 at Oturkpo, Benue State, Nigeria. He attended St Pauls Secondary School, Zaria and Okene Comprehensive Secondary School, where he formed his first band the Cubana Boys.[3]

His musical journey began in his youth, forming his first band, the Cubana Boys, during his time at Okene Comprehensive Secondary School. He later attended Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria[4] where he formed the UniBello Brothers and participated in a folk group led by university lecturers. In 1967, he founded Bongos & The Groovies, a band that gained popularity in Nigeria during the 1970s and 1980s.

Career

Ikwue's music is characterized by its soulful melodies and thoughtful lyrics, often addressing themes such as love, unity, and social issues. His notable songs include "Cock Crow At Dawn," "Still Searching," "Tell My Girl," "Amen," and "Otachikpokpo." "Cock Crow At Dawn" which was used as the theme song for a popular Nigerian TV soap opera that aired into the 1990s.[5]

In 2008 Ikwue released Wulu Wulu, which featured collaborations with his daughters, Omei and Jessica Ikwue. The album received acclaim for its rich blend of genres and themes.[6]

Achievements and Awards

• Lifetime Achievement Award – Nigerian Music Awards (2005)

• African Movie Academy Award: Best Soundtrack for the film Inale (2011).

• Musical Copyright Society of Nigeria (MCSN): Joined in 2022.[7]

• Presidential Recognition: Congratulated by President Muhammadu Buhari on his 80th birthday for his contributions to Nigerian music and culture.[8]

• His song "Still Searching" was featured on the compilation album Black Starliner.[9]

• Nigerian Music Industry Merit Award (2016) Awarded for his consistent excellence and influence in shaping the soundscape of Nigerian music.

• Performed at Akwa Ibom Christmas Carols Festival (2014) , which was recognised by Guinness World Record for the "Largest Assembly of Carol Singers on the Face of the Earth."[10]

• Appointed Special Copyright Inspector (2019) by the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) .[11]

Selected Discography

• Still Searching

• Cock Crow At Dawn

• Wulu Wulu

• The Way It Is

• Inale[12]

• Tell my girl

• What’s Gonna be’s Gonna be

• Amen

References

  1. ^ Bode (2022-06-05). "President Buhari congratulates music maestro, Bongos Ikwue at 80". Nationalaccordnewspaper.com. Retrieved 2025-06-08.
  2. ^ "Celebrating Icon Bongos Ikwue of Benue State". benuexclusive.com.ng. Retrieved 2025-06-24.
  3. ^ "Bongos Ikwue". John Peel Wiki. Retrieved 2025-06-24.
  4. ^ Oti, Sonny (2009). Highlife Music in West Africa: Down Memory Lane--. African Books Collective. pp. 114–120. ISBN 978-978-8422-08-2.
  5. ^ Jazz, All About (2013-01-08). "Jazz news: The African Folk Soul of Bongos Ikwue". All About Jazz. Retrieved 2025-06-08.
  6. ^ Ameh Comrade Godwin (2012-02-09). "ENTERTAINMENTMusic legend Bongos returns with the way it is". Dailypost Newspaper. Retrieved 2025-06-07.
  7. ^ Nation, The (2022-08-31). "Bongos Ikwe joins MCSN". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 2025-06-07.
  8. ^ "Buhari congratulates Kumuyi at 81, Bongos Ikwue at 80". The Guardian Newspaper. 2022-06-06. Retrieved 2025-06-07.
  9. ^ DailyTimesNGR (2024-06-09). "Garlands As Veteran Musician, Bongos Ikwue Turns 82". Daily Times Newspaper. Retrieved 2025-06-07.
  10. ^ The Nation (2014-12-17). "Bongos Ikwue, Angela Christie for Ibom Carol Night". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 2025-06-08.
  11. ^ "NCC installs music legend, Bongos Ikwue Special Copyright Inspector". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 2025-06-06.
  12. ^ Ovueraye, Jite (2010-11-03). "The Story Behind INALÉ – BN attends the Abuja Premiere and Reviews the epic Nigerian Musical". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2025-06-24.
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