Democracy Day in Nigeria is a day that symbolizes freedom and power. It honours the nation's journey towards democratic governance and the resilience of its people. This day commemorates the 1993 presidential election, known for its fairness, and celebrates the spirit of democracy that defines Nigeria's political landscape.
Looking back, the music scene and the nation's political fighters journeyed together to make this day a reality. Both played huge roles in achieving democracy. With words, strings and idioms shaped into rhythms, this music represents the activism of generations, brought to life by some of the nation's best singers.
In honour of this, we present a curated selection of 10 powerful traditional/Afro sounds that celebrate Nigeria’s unity and democratic journey. These timeless songs and melodies, deeply mirror the nation's journey, and echo its bond between power and freedom for better living.
The compilation testifies to the nation's rich music diversity and evolution, blending elements from juju, Afro-beat, fuji, reggae and Afro-pop.
King Sunny Ade – The Way Forward
Fela Kuti – Authority Stealing
Sound Sultan – Motherland
Majek Fashek – Send Down The Rain
K1 De Ultimate – The Message
Majek Fashek – So Long
Timi Dakolo – Timi Dakolo
Saheed Osupa – Olaju
Sikiru Ayinde Barrister – Democracy
Lagbaja – Suuru Leere
