Popular Nigerian Singer Dies (Photo)

Popular Nigerian Singer Dies (Photo)

Nigerian Singer, Peter Akanni Akorede, known as Emperor Pick Peters, has died, according to reports.

Late Pick Peter.

Pick Peters died earlier on Thursday, 2 November 2023, at the age of 74 after a brief Illness.

His death was confirmed by the Chairman of a popular musical equipment hiring company, TASMAN Equipment Prince Tayo Adeolokun .

Emperor Pick was a juju singer, guitarist, and founder of Identity Records.

He was famous in the 70s for his steady hit songs and was considered a prominent juju musician alongside Sunny Ade and Dele Abiodun.

He began his career in 1973 with the release of his debut album, “Kango kango l’agogo n dun,” and went on to release more than 20 albums.

However, his career suffered after a contract dispute with his record label.

He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren