Draft:Olumireggae
Musical artist
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Olumireggae (born Helen Adaobi Obi, 15 May 1975, Lagos, Nigeria) is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actress. She is best known for her fusion of reggae, highlife, and afro‑pop, and has been active in the entertainment industry since the early 1990s.[1][2][3][4]
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May 15, 1975
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| Background information | |
| Born | Helen Adaobi Obi May 15, 1975 |
| Genres | Reggae, highlife, afro-pop |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter, actress |
| Years active | 1993-present |
| Label | Ohac Records |
| Website | olumireggae.com |
Olumireggae began performing at age 17, dancing on Sunday Rendezvous, a program broadcast by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and sponsored by Limca Breweries. She later transitioned into music, releasing her debut album New Errand in 2017. The album was produced by Andrea Pierino Allione, who had previously worked with Miriam Makeba and jazz legend Paolo Conte.[5]
Her discography includes singles such as My Heart and Mama Africa, both of which won BMI music awards in 2021. She has also collaborated with artists like Sammy.S on the track Asa‑Nwa. In addition to her music career, she is the founder of Ohac Records and has worked as an actress in Nigerian film and television.[6][7]
Olumireggae has been recognized for her humanitarian work, receiving the APCN Humanitarian Award in 2017 and serving as an ambassador for Aid People Change. She continues to perform and release music, maintaining a strong presence in the Nigerian entertainment industry.[8][failed verification][9][failed verification]
