Popular Nigerian Artist Proud Of Her Country

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After listening to several songs released by Miss Kedike"CHIDINMA"  Niagerian most popular artist, I said to myself yes this is a true Naija born. she always show that uniqueness and  proudness for her country.
See some information about her below:

Chidinma Ekile (born 2 May 1991), popularly known by her stage name Chidinma, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, recording artist and stage performer. In 2010, she rose to stardom after winning the third season of MTN Project Fame West Africa.


Following the release of the music video for her "Emi Ni Baller" single, she became the first female musician to peak at number 1 on the MTV Base Official Naija Top 10 chart.

In 2011, she released her first solo single "Jankoliko" featuring Sound Sultan.

Chidinma, her self-titled debut studio album, was released through the music platform Spinlet. It was supported by the singles "Jankoliko", "Carry You Go", "Kedike" and "Run Dia Mouth".

The album features guest appearances from Sound Sultan, Tha Suspect, Olamide and Muna.
In 2012, Chidinma won the Best Female West African Act category at the 2012 Kora Awards; she performed "Kedike" at the ceremony.

Chidinma Ekile, the sixth of seven children, was born in Ketu, Lagos State.

 Both of her parents are from Imo State. She worked as a business promoter in Lagos prior to auditioning for the third season of MTN's Project Fame West Africa. Chidinma started singing at the age of 6, and grew up with a disciplinarian father.

When she was 10 years old, she joined her church's choir.

 She attended primary and secondary school in Ketu prior to relocating to Ikorodu with her family. Chidinma is currently studying Sociology at the University of Lagos. She initially wanted to study Mass Communication.

 Chidinma initially declined her admission into the University of Lagos due to her advancement in the aforesaid competition. In an interview with YNaija, Chidinma said that she has always taken school seriously and her decision to enroll at Unilag was inevitable. She also said that music hasn't always been on her agenda, and that she decided to give it a try after winning the MTN Project Fame competition.

 After dying her hair red and getting a mohawk, people started perceiving her as a good girl gone bad.
In an interview posted on the Daily Independent website, Chidinma said she is still the same. She also said she's evolving and growing as a musician

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