Prince Dr Chijioke Mbanefo
Chief Onyenze Amobi: A Highlife Legacy
Chief Onyenze Amobi, a prominent Igbo Highlife musician, was born in Atani, Ogbaru, Nigeria. Active in the music scene from 1999 to 2022, he was a prolific singer, songwriter, and record producer, with a remarkable discography of over 50 albums sold. Revered as the “King of Highlife Music,” Chief Onyenze collaborated with notable artists like Otigba Nwa Muddy Ibeh, Onye Ozi South, Onyeoma Tochukwu (2021), and Aku Pj Classic. He was married to Mrs. Ngozi Francisca Mbanefo, and together they raised seven children—four sons and three daughters. His career also saw him involved in a notable crisis with fellow musician Chijioke.
Prince Dr. Chijioke Mbanefo: The Modern King of Highlife
Prince Dr. Chijioke Mbanefo, also known as the King of Highlife Music, hails from Atani in the Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria. Born in Onitsha on October 10, 1983, into the Royal Family of Umuoniha, of Abilibaose Village, Atani, he has proclaimed himself the “King of Music” in eastern Nigeria, a title he took on not long after the passing of Late Osita Osadebe, widely considered the father of Highlife Music in Nigeria.
Dr. Prince Chijioke is happily married to Mrs. Ngozi Francisca Mbanefo, a leading gospel singer and chorister at the Mountain of Fire Ministries, highlighting the musical talent within their family. Their union has blessed them with seven illustrious children—four sons and three daughters, including their first son, Prince Ebuka, who is a fast-rising highlife musician with his debut album soon to be released.
Prince Chijioke’s educational journey began in his hometown of Atani for primary schooling before he moved to Nnewi for his secondary education, where he achieved distinctions in all his scholarly results. Due to financial constraints, he relocated to Lagos to learn a trade. His academic achievements were further recognized in 2016 when he was awarded an honorary doctorate degree by the Institution of Chartered Economics, Kaduna. In 2013, Dr. Prince Chijioke received an award of excellence with the title “King of Highlife.”
Internationally recognized, Dr. Prince Chijioke has performed in numerous countries, touring nations such as Japan, Malaysia, South Africa, Dubai (UAE), Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast, and Benin Republic, showcasing his widespread appeal.
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