Tope Ajani from Akure, Ondo State, has won the season four of Goldberg ‘Fuji t’o Bam’ music talent activation, which was held recently at the Trans Amusement Park in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Ajani, whose stage craft and renditions excited everyone at the event, now wears the Wura 1 crown, winning a cash reward of N1,000, 000.
Saheed Ishola, from Sango-Ota, received N750,000 as the first runner-up, while Mufutau Alabi, from Ibadan, went home with N500, 000 as the second runner-up.
The climax of the event was the performance by Fuji icon, Alhaji King Wasiu Ayinde (KWAM1), 9ice and Pasuma, who excited the fans with their various hit songs.
Speaking at the event, the Corporate Communications and Brand PR Manager, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Mr. Patrick Olowokere, said the importance of music to any country couldn’t be overemphasised.
According to him, the role of music in nation building is monumental as it fuels the creativity of listeners and encourages social bonding.
He said, “Music transcends all boundaries of communication. Music and its rhythm define our humanity because it is universal and transcends language barriers. I believe it is important for one to have an open mind in order to be in touch with that sense of understanding. Music cannot be separated from our socio-cultural life.”
Olowokere said that Fuji music had exerted a strong influence on the social life of the Yorubas. To him, through the music, foreigners can easily feel and connect with the culture of the Yoruba people.
Portfolio Manager, Mainstream Lager and Stout Brands, NB, Mr. Emmanuel Agu, said the company had always strived to champion, promote and associate with the culture of its host communities.
