Phiona Okumu, Spotify's Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, announced this in a statement on Friday in Lagos.

Star singer Yemi Alade has been selected Spotify's EQUAL Africa artiste for September.

Phiona Okumu, the online music streaming platform's Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, stated this in a statement issued in Lagos on Friday.


The head of music noted that the Spotify EQUAL Africa program aims to elevate female voices in Africa by highlighting artists who push the boundaries of their craft.

"Yemi Alade illustrates the type of talent that the project seeks to support.

Spotify is delighted to sponsor Yemi Alade and the EQUAL Africa program, which aims to empower women in music , raise their voices and help to showcase their incredible talents to the global audience.”

Okumu noted that Alade developed herself as one of the most prominent and important female artists in Nigeria's music business over the course of a decade.


She stated that this has garnered the Afropop superstar a devoted following both at home and abroad.



She stated that the artist's electric performances and powerful vocals won her worldwide attention.

enabling her to represent African music on worldwide stages.

She stated, "Alade's undeniable talent and powerful voice have captivated audiences across continents, as she collaborated with global superstars."

Such as Beyoncé, Angélique Kidjo, and Awilo Longomba.

"She has also toured the world, showcasing the rich beauty of African music, captivating audiences across continents and cultures."

Meanwhile, Alade described her style of music as "a perfect blend of high-life pop, R&B, and afrobeat."

"It's a lovely blend, with hints of jazz and blues. If you listen carefully, you will notice the tones.

"I don't like to be in a box, but I know that my music is a fusion of African sounds, and the core of my music is African rhythm."