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Umu Obiligbo Biography

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Last updated on: June 9, 2025

Umu Obiligbo (born as Okpuozor Obiligbo and Akunwafor Obiligbo) is a talented Nigeria singer, songwriter, and music producer, known for their unique style and hit tracks across multiple genres.

Full Name: Okpuozor Obiligbo and Akunwafor Obiligbo
Stage Name: Umu Obiligbo
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter
Country of Origin: Nigeria
Record Label: Indie Recordings, God's Hand Music, Rabbitfoot Entertainment

Basic Info

Full Name: Okpuozor Obiligbo and Akunwafor Obiligbo

Stage Name: Umu Obiligbo

Country: Nigeria

Biography, Career, and more

Umu Obiligbo are a dynamic Nigerian highlife duo made up of two talented brothers — Chukwuebuka Akunwafor Obiligbo and Ifeanyichukwu Okpuozor Obiligbo. Renowned for their rich infusion of traditional Igbo culture into contemporary highlife music, the pair have carved a unique space in the Nigerian music industry and beyond.

The duo rose to fame through their soulful lyrics, infectious rhythms, and heartfelt messages that resonate deeply with fans of indigenous music. Their songs often touch on themes of tradition, wisdom, social issues, and celebration, making them favorites at events, parties, and cultural gatherings.

Award-Winning Excellence

In 2020, Umu Obiligbo's efforts and talent were recognized on a global scale when they clinched the “Best African Group” award at the prestigious African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA). This accolade solidified their status as one of Africa’s most influential highlife acts.

The Igbo Sound Reimagined

What sets Umu Obiligbo apart is their passionate dedication to preserving and modernizing the traditional Igbo sound. With every track, they blend ancestral wisdom with contemporary instrumentation, creating music that appeals to both the older and younger generations.

From collaborating with popular artists like Flavour, Phyno, and Zoro, to consistently topping charts with authentic highlife hits, Umu Obiligbo continues to inspire a resurgence in indigenous music appreciation across Nigeria and the African continent.

As torchbearers of Igbo musical heritage, Chukwuebuka and Ifeanyichukwu Obiligbo remain steadfast in their mission to keep highlife alive — one soulful track at a time.

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