Yemi Alade popularly referred to as Mama Africa is one singer who is quite proud of her roots and puts it out there as much as she can.
She gained prominence after winning the Peak Talent Show in 2009, and is best known for her hit single “Johnny”.
Alade has been featured on the covers of several magazines and performed around the world, sharing stages and songs with Mary J. Blige, Shina Peters, M.I, Wizkid, Becca, May D, Waje and Yemi Sax. She also headlined the Super Diva’s Nite at the 2013 Calabar Festival, and opened for the 2013 Headies Awards (popularly referred to as the “Nigerian Grammys”).
The singer is confident and bold when it comes to her style and she does have a penchant for Ankara/African prints.
Photo Credit: Yemi Alade
