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VETERAN Juju Maestro Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi revealed his close relationship with late Fuji King Alhaji Sikiru Ayinde Balogun who was popularly known Barrister before his demise.
Obey revealed how he discovered his talent and played a pivotal role in his rise to stardom.
Speaking during a landmark peace meeting held to reconcile major players in the Fuji music industry, Obey described Barrister as a “worthy son,” noting that he saw greatness in him from the very beginning.
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“I discovered the uniqueness in him early. When I heard his sound, I told him the military was not his path. He was humble, talented, and grateful. I mentored him, and I remain committed to preserving his legacy,” Obey said.
He recalled how Barrister heeded his advice to leave the Nigerian Army and pursue a full-time music career—a decision that changed the landscape of Yoruba music forever.
The peace parley, convened by Obey, brought an end to a long-standing rift within the Fuji music circle, a development widely applauded by fans and stakeholders as a major boost to the unity and growth of the genre.
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The event also featured the presentation of an Award of Excellence to Evangelist Ebenezer Obey in recognition of his decades-long impact on Nigerian music and his peacemaking efforts.
Additionally, the formal unveiling of BarryFest, a commemorative event in honour of the late Dr Sikiru Ayinde Barrister, was endorsed by Obey as part of his efforts in upholding the legacies of the Fuji icon.
Tribune.
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