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Prince Chijioke Mbanefo
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Prince Chijioke Mbanefo is a Nigerian musician that was mentored by Chief Osita Osadebe. He emulates is mentor and has tried his best when it comes to Igbo traditional music. He comes from Igbo land, South- Eastern part of Nigeria. He like other musician has recorded and distributed many songs.
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