By Michael Ezenwata
As the world mourns the late highlife music genius, Mr. Mike Ejeagha, the Deputy Chairman Anambra State Traditional Rulers Council and Chairman Anambra North Traditional Rulers Council, Igwe Prof. Benjamin Okeji has paid tribute to the late legend for teaching the world morals through his style of music.
Igwe Okeji in a tribute to the high life music expert whom he described as a philosopher, celebrated him for promoting the Igbo Language and Culture through his unique style of music.
The royal father who is the Traditional Ruler of Omasi urged the upcoming generation of music artists to use their music to correct some societal ills and convey the imperatives of culture in the lives of the people.
In another tribute, the Traditional Ruler of Ndiokpalaeze, Eze Prof. Frederick Okoli eulogized the late Ejeagha for his unique alluring style of music that endeared him to his millions of admirers and fans globally.
According to Eze Okoli, Mr. Ejeagha not only promoted the Igbo culture and language through his captivating music, but educated his listeners on the use of idiomatic expressions to convey his message.
- Ezenwata is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State *
