Nigerian Singer 9ice Bestowed With Chieftaincy Title ‘Amuludun of Ijofin Kingdom’
Celebrated Nigerian singer, 9ice, whose real name is Abolore Adigun, has been honoured with a chieftaincy title in Ogun State, Nigeria.
The music star took to his Instagram page to share the exciting news with his fans, revealing the conferred title as “Amuludun of Ijofin Kingdom,” which translates to the “Chief Entertainer of Ijofin Kingdom.” Expressing gratitude, 9ice extended thanks to HRM Oba Moruf Awode and the entire family of Gusanu, along with the people of Ijofin Kingdom, Yewa, Ogun State.
In his statement on social media, 9ice wrote, “ARE AMULUDUN IJOFIN KINGDOM IPOKIA YEWA. THANKS TO HRM OBA MORUF AWODE AND THE ENTIRE FAMILY OF GUSANU AND THE PEOPLE OF IJOFIN KINGDOM, YEWA OGUN STATE AND EVERYONE.”
Renowned for his adept use of the Yoruba language in his music, marked by proverbial lyrics and a unique delivery style, 9ice has been a prominent figure in the Nigerian music scene. His achievements include winning the Best Hip Hop Artist award at the MTV Africa Music Awards in 2008.
Beyond his musical endeavors, 9ice has ventured into politics, showcasing his diverse talents. He contested the House of Representatives seat and served as a Special Adviser to the late Oyo State Governor, Abiola Ajimobi, in 2015. This multifaceted journey highlights 9ice’s commitment to making impactful contributions both within and beyond the entertainment industry.
