Celestine Ukwu
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Celestine Ukwu (1940 – 7 May 1977)[1] was a Nigerian Igbo highlife musician during the 1960s and 1970s, best known for his hit songs "Ije Enu", "Igede" and "Money Palava". Described as a "prolific and outstanding composer" by music critic Benson Idonije of Radio Nigeria Two, Ukwu's works have been featured on various world music compilations including The Rough Guide to Highlife and The Rough Guide to Psychedelic Africa.
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Celestine Ukwu | |
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Born | 1940 Enugu, Colony of Nigeria |
Died | 7 May 1977(1977-05-07) (aged 36–37) Owerri-Onitsha Road, Nigeria |
Genres | Igbo highlife |
Occupation(s) | Singer |
Years active | 1960s–1970s |
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