Chief Pericomo Okoye
Biography: Chief Pericomo Okoye (1948 – 2017)
The Nigerian music and cultural scene lost a giant with the passing of Pericomo Damian Azubike Nwankwo Okoye on February 16, 2017. Popularly known as Pericoma, he was celebrated not only as an iconic singer and songwriter but also as a renowned traditionist who dedicated his life to preserving his cultural heritage.
A monumental figure from the Arondizuogu ancient kingdom, Chief Pericomo’s influence transcended music. His death was widely mourned, with many describing it as the passing of an ancestor or the exit of a big masquerade, testaments to the profound impact he had on his people and on the traditional Igbo music scene. His legacy continues to live on through his timeless work.
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