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Aibor Bello

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Aibor Bello was a well-known Nigerian artist and songwriter who left a lasting imprint on highlife and juju music. Raised in a musical family, Bello began performing at small venues in the 1960s before forming his band, Aloagbaye, in the 1970s. Aibor has many albums to his credit, backed by his extensive tours across Nigeria and Africa. Sadly, he passed away in the early 1990s, but his impact continues to live on.

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