How my love for Igbo songs, American Hip-hop birthed Afro-Trap –Jorji – Tribune Online

A woman with long straight hair wears a large black fur coat and layered necklaces while standing in an elevator, channeling the bold style often seen in American Hip-hop and Afro-Trap music videos.

Independence Jorji Akuoma popularly known as Ms. Jorji, an accomplished engineer turned Afro-Trap pioneer, reflects on her journey of breaking barriers in tech and music. From navigating cultural dualities to merging her Nigerian roots with American hip-hop. In this interview by ADERONKE ADESANYA, she reveals how her unique background fuels her creativity, the challenges of being a woman in male-dominated fields, and her vision for inspiring the next generation of Nigerian women to pursue excellence across industries.

Was engineering…