KS1 Malaika
Musical artist
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Sulaimon Alao Adekunle (ⓘ; born 15 February 1973), commonly known by his stage name KS1 Malaika, is a Nigerian Fuji musician.
15 February 1973
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| Background information | |
| Also known as | KS 1 De Pride, Alayeluwa, Mandiba, CNN Alhaji, Ike Anobi, Seriki, Jagaban, Imeku Alhaji, Malaika |
| Born | Sulaimon Alao Adekunle 15 February 1973 Lagos, Nigeria |
| Origin | Ogun State |
| Genres | Fuji |
| Occupations | Songwriter, singer, performer |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar, Keyboard, Talking drums, Percussion |
| Years active | 1983–present |
| Label | Babalaje Music |
Early life
Sulaimon Alao Adekunle was born on 15 February 1973. He attended Oyewo;e Primary School and Yewa High School.[1] He started performing music from an early age in a Quranic school in Agege, a suburb of Lagos. His early career included playing Were, the early morning Islamic wake up music during the Ramadan season.[2] He formed his first Fuji band in 1983.[3][4]
With his band Tekoye Fuji Organization,[5] he performed in the United States from November 1997, touring about 15 states before returning to Nigeria.
Music career
KS1 Malaika has collaborated with various artistes in different genres of music, including Islamic and gospel musicians,[6] and his music has been sampled by other Fuji and hip-hop artists.[7] Malaika composes, arranges and produces his own music.[8] His music incorporates traditional African and Nigerian instruments such as the Gangan, Iya ilu, Bata, Sakara, Agogô, assorted percussions, Guitar, Hawaiian guitar, Keyboard and Saxophone.[9]
Personal life
Sulaimon Alao is married to Olubukonla Saliu Adekunle, the daughter of Saliu Adetunji, the 41st Olubadan of Ibadan.[10]
Endorsement
Discography
Albums
- Mr Wonder (1994)
- Masterpiece (1995)
- Legend (1996)
- Malaika (1997)
- American Dream (1998)
- Correction (1999)
- Recompense (2000)
- CNN (2002)
- Unstoppable (2003)
- Interlink (2003)
- Peace Maker (2004)
- Alayeluwa (2005)
- European Knockout (2006)
- Dedication (2007)
- Elevator and Motivator (2009)
- Africa Like Europe (2010)
- Proper Music (2011)
- Special day (2012)
- Superstar (2014)
- Original (2016)
- Golden Jubilee (2017)
- Example (2019)
- Original (2020)
- Password (2022)[12]
- Grace (2023)
- Focus (2025)
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award ceremony | Award description | Result | Ref |
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| 2015 | City People Awards | Best Fuji Musician of the Year | Nominated | [13] |
| 2015 | Nigeria Achievers Awards | Best Fuji Artiste of the Year | Won | [14] |
| 2016 | Islamic Music and Associated Nominees Awards | Best Collaboration Album of the Year | Won | [15] |
| 2015 | Yoruba Music and Films Awards | Best Fuji Artiste of the Year | Won |