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Material Onye Nwegwu

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Hon Ikem Mazeli, popularly known as Material Onyenwe Egwu, is an award-winning Nigerian gyration-highlife singer known for his unique fusion of traditional Onitsha (Igbo) rhythms with modern instrumentation. He began his music career in the bustling market city of Onitsha, where he developed a distinctive smooth sound. His dynamic stage presence and infectious melodies have won him fans across Nigeria and beyond. In 2015, Ikem was awarded the prestigious title of "Best Highlife Singer in Nigeria," and has earned other recognitions.

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