HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE CHIEF: Paul A. Obi celebrates Sonex Oguike, a maestro of Afro Jazz – THISDAY Newspapers

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“Classical music gives musicians a kick. But African music gives everyone a kick.”

Fela Anikulapo Kuti

In an era where Nigeria is shining as a vibrant cultural hub; where there appears to be cultural revolution; Nigerian artists holding forth front and centre at the Grammys and Afrobeat tunes are the staple of musical beats around the world – extending some thumps – up to a maestro will not be out of place. In arts and music, Nigeria straddles along as a giant that the country is and remains so. Arts, and music in…