Tales of Our Legends

Bongos Ikwue, the music legend was born in Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria, on the 6th of June 1942. He is considered to be the Nigerian version of Don Williams and co. In this episode, the cast and crew went to visit him in his hometown of Otukpo where talked about his life story.

Charly Boy, born Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, 19 June 1950, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, television presenter, actor, publisher, activist and producer. He was even before Boy George. A game changer and a very outspoken personality in Nigeria.

Sani Bello is a Nigerian statesman and military administrator who served as Governor of Kano State from 1975 to 1978. After his retirement, he amassed an enormous fortune through investments in oil, telecommunications and electricity; going on to establish the Sani Bello Foundation where he pushed for the girl child education and more.

Dede is an accomplished singer/songwriter; saxophonist; composer and arranger, who performed with Fela and became his opening act for local and international shows, and tour managed Fela's final international tour. He continues to wow the world with his music and activism.

Dr. Rafiu Oladipo is the president-general of Nigerian football supporters club. He has traveled extensively all over the world with his members supporting footballers. In Nigeria where there are profound differences when it comes to religious and tribalism matters, he continues to play a role unifying them with the love of sports.

Amos McRoy Jegg Osifo was the closest friend and brother to the late Majek Fashek. He is one of the greatest instrumentalist in Nigeria and a producer. He was one of the founders of Jahstix which included the likes of Majek Fashek, Black Rice and more. He has traveled extensively all over the world and continues to play music and he's currently a pastor.

Chris Hanem and Chris Mba were notable musicians who found fame in Nigeria. Despite their fame, these stars struggled to live in country where stars are quickly forgotten due to so many factors.