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Queen Salawa Abeni
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Bio
Queen Salawa Abeni, born Salawa Abeni Alidu, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, and actress. Salawa Abeni is considered one of the pioneers of Waka music, a genre that blends traditional Yoruba music with modern pop music. She released her first album, "Late General Murtala Ramat Mohammed," in 1976 and has since released numerous albums. Salawa Abeni has won several awards for her works and has acted in Nollywood movies. She's also a cultural ambassador for her role in promoting Nigerian music and culture.
Discography
Albums6
Eje Njo Toko Mi
Eje Njo Toko Mi2020 • AlbumTracks: 9
Jowu Ni Won
Jowu Ni Won2020 • AlbumTracks: 10
India Waka
India Waka2020 • AlbumTracks: 10
Ife Dara Pupo
Ife Dara PupoNaN • AlbumTracks: 10
Kolawole Mo Ba Lo
Kolawole Mo Ba LoNaN • AlbumTracks: 10
Experience
ExperienceNaN • AlbumTracks: 2
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