Event: MUPAN to inaugurate new executives

OVER FOUR-HUNDRED Nigerian musical artists across the country will converge for inauguration at the Music Promoters Association of Nigeria (MUPAN), Lagos State Chapter on Friday, October 27, 2017.

The event will hold by 12.00noon at Genesis Hotels, Ogba, Ikeja, Lagos State.

According to press statement, major artists would be in attendance with former times music promoters in the state which include: Musical and Instruments Hiring Association of Nigeria, Freelance Independent Broadcasting Association of Nigeria, Movie Producers Association of Nigeria, Music Advertisers Association of Nigeria etc.

The statement signed by the association’s secretary, Abiodun Awogbemi, noted that this year’s inauguration will also feature upcoming artists and outstanding musicians and individuals as well as several music lovers.

Awogbemi also indicated that the event will create a platform for some up-coming artist with new creativity to showcase their talent, and as well afford them the opportunity to discover upcoming creative artists.

“Opportunities for networking will also be a strong a point at the event as younger artists will be able to meet with experienced music promoters to encourage their growth in the industry,” according to Awogbemi.

The Lagos chapter of the artists’ body also said its new executives will be inaugurated during the occasion.

Meanwhile, many of the invited dignitaries, which are not limited to captains of music industry, chief executives of hoteliers, top media executives and many other distinguished Nigerians, have so far confirmed attendance.

Some of the principal artists expected at the event include: Chief Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi who will lead other juju maestros, fuji crooner Kollington Ayinla and Wasiu Alabi Pasuma will lead other fuji musicians, while ‘Small Doctor’ will vanguard upcoming artists.

Others to be present for performance are the music industry umbrella body, Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN), Gospel Musicians Association of Nigeria (GOMA), Nigerian Association of Juju Musicians (AJUM), Islamic Singers Association of Nigeria (ISAN), Fuji Musicians Association of Nigeria (FUMAN), Indigenous Musicians Association of Nigeria (IMAN).