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Dele Ojo
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Dele Ojo was a Nigerian musician. He started as a teacher and school band leader before joining Dr. Victor Olaiya's band. Dele Ojo was the first to introduce the Bass Still Guitar into Juju/Highlife music and used a complete band with six microphones on stage. He attended professional training and seminars, becoming the first Nigerian Juju/Highlife musician to have exploits in America and the UK. A man of God, Dele Ojo established a ministry and received several musical awards before his demise in 2018.
Discography
Albums2
Juju Music at It's Best
Juju Music at It's Best2015 • AlbumTracks: 10
The Classics, Vol. 1
The Classics, Vol. 12010 • AlbumTracks: 10
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