Christy Essien Igbokwe
A homegrown highlife artist.
Christiana Uduak Essien-Igbokwe, listenⓘ MFR (11 November 1960 – 30 June 2011) was a Nigerian musician and actress. Called "Nigeria's Lady of Songs", she was known for her songs "Seun Rere" Tete Nula, Ife, Hear the Call and Give me a Chance. She was the first female president of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN), and the chairwoman and managing director of Soultrain Entertainment. She sang in Igbo, Ibibio, Efik, Hausa, Yoruba, and English. Her fluency in Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba, English, and her native Ibibio gave her an appeal which crossed tribal lines. This page is keeping her Legacy alive and run by her Estate.
What kind of music does Christy Essien Igbokwe play?+
Christy Essien Igbokwe plays highlife. Christiana Uduak Essien-Igbokwe, listenⓘ MFR (11 November 1960 – 30 June 2011) was a Nigerian musician and actress.
What are Christy Essien Igbokwe live shows like?+
Christy Essien Igbokwe's live sets are loose and exploratory - consistent in quality but rarely identical night to night.
How can I find out when Christy Essien Igbokwe is playing?+
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