_“Lion of Africa”:_ Prince Okes Masima Releases Song Inspired By Dream For FCT Minister Nyesom Wike

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Nigerian-born broadcaster, author, actor, and musician, Prince Okes Masima has made headlines again – this time with the release of a spiritually inspired song titled *_“Lion of Africa”_* , a tribute to Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike.

The Delta State-born prince, who has long been a cultural ambassador for Nigeria in Europe in an interview with Journalists over the weekend, revealed that the song was born out of a vivid dream he had two months ago.

In the dream, Prince Masima, fondly called *_Baba4ever_* , saw Minister Wike flanked by two lions – one on each side. Upon waking, he was stirred by a melody and lyrics that wouldn’t leave his mind.

“I couldn’t rest,” the artiste recounted. “The dream felt spiritual, and the song came straight from that experience. I didn’t plan to write about Wike, I simply obeyed the inspiration. I had no peace until I went into the studio and recorded it.”

Despite never meeting or interacting with Minister Wike, the Baba4ever said the message was too powerful to ignore.

Driven by conviction rather than commercial interest, he fully funded and produced the track himself.

*_“Lion of Africa,”_* though inspired by a personal dream, is more than just a song – it is a spiritual declaration.

According to the artiste, the image of lions in the dream symbolizes leadership, courage, and divine guardianship.

“I believe this is a prophetic message. Sometimes, God chooses unconventional ways to speak. I was just the vessel”, he said.

With this release, *_Baba4ever_* added another layer to his multidimensional career – one that continues to bridge continents, cultures, and spiritual insight.

The song *_“Lion of Africa”_* is now available on major platforms and is already generating buzz among listeners who appreciate its powerful message and heartfelt origin.

Beyond his musical talents, Prince Okes Masima is a man of many firsts. A seasoned broadcaster, he has worked with Radio Nigeria One, OGBC Abeokuta, and Galaxy TV before relocating to Sweden, where he made history as the first African to present English-language radio programmes in the country.

He hosted the pioneering show *_“Sounds from Africa”_* on K103 FM Gothenburg, introducing African music and culture to European audiences.

In recognition of his work in promoting African tourism and entertainment abroad, he was awarded the African Diaspora Merit Award in October 2018 in Holland.

In 2022, Prince Okes Masima again broke new ground by authoring *_“Guide on Nigeria and Tourism”,_* the first-ever Nigerian tourism handbook.

The book, launched in Nigeria, served as a detailed reference for both local and international visitors interested in exploring the nation’s rich cultural and natural heritage.

“As a cultural ambassador, it’s my mission to tell the Nigerian story through media, music, and literature. We are a proud, diverse nation, and I want the world to see that”, he said.

Seasoned Music Producer, Julie King, Hails Saheed Osupa’s ‘Fuji Music Camp’ Initiative

Ace music producer, Julius Olagoroye a.k.a. Julie King, has commended Fuji music superstar, King Saheed Osupa, on the launch of ‘Fuji Music Camp’, an iconic idea designed to discover new voices that echo the essence of leading Fuji music innovators.

According to Olagoroye, whose uncommon skills in music production have earned him significant respect and success in the music industry, noted that Osupa’s Fuji Music Camp is one-of-its-kind project that will play a crucial role in showcasing talents, building community, and promoting unique identity for the Fuji music genre.

“I commend Dr. Saheed Osupa for this innovation that will be a platform for skill enhancement for upcoming Fuji music practitioners, and even facilitate connections, unity and understanding among Fuji musicians,” Olagoroye remarked.

Olagoroye also hailed Osupa’s purposeful idea to engage veteran producers, composers, and songwriters to deliver expert guidance on vocal techniques, songwriting, and recording, from single production to polished albums.

“The idea by Dr. Osupa to work with professional music producers and other stakeholders in the task to regularly identify and discover new talents among whom the best would be promoted and signed on reputable music labels, is highly commended,” Olagoroye noted.

Fuji Star, King Saheed Osupa’s Fuji Music Camp Ignites With Momentum

 

2 July 2025 — Yesterday marked a pivotal step in the evolution of the Fuji Music Camp, the groundbreaking mentorship initiative launched by King (Dr.) Saheed Osupa. The gathering brought together Osupa, top industry producers, seasoned songwriters and composers, alongside Alhaji Arems

Arem Entertainment—now serving as official media consultant and coordinator.

 

Originally introduced in mid‑June as a strategic effort to mentor emerging Fuji talents across classical and modern sub-genres, the Fuji Music Camp’s inaugural meeting formally launched its first cohort. The goal is clear: uncover new voices who echo the essence of Saheed Osupa, Pasuma Wonder, Wasiu Ayinde, and other Fuji luminaries, ensuring the genre’s continued cultural relevance.

 

It is important to clarify that this is not an event — it is a long-term initiative. And notably, it is a fully self-sponsored project by Saheed Osupa himself. He is solely responsible for financing the camp, paying everyone involved — producers, composers, songwriters — directly from his own pocket. No one is being charged to participate in any form. This is Osupa’s personal investment into the future of Fuji music.

 

What Happened :

Mentorship Line-up Takes Shape :

A team of veteran producers, composers, and songwriters has been engaged. Their task: deliver expert guidance on vocal techniques, songwriting, and recording — from single production to polished albums.

 

Professional Recording & Distribution Path :

Talents discovered through the camp will gain direct access to professional recording facilities and distribution channels through Sony Music Publishing West Africa. Sony’s recent re-engagement with Fuji artists, including Osupa, reflects a growing recognition of the genre’s global potential.

 

Arems Entertainment Steps In :

With Arems Entertainment on board as media consultant and coordinator, the initiative has a solid structure for visibility, strategy, and project execution.

 

Personal Advice From Osupa :

During the meeting, KSO expressed his appreciation to everyone in attendance, offered prayers for continued support and success, and shared thoughtful advice. Notably, he encouraged the producers, composers, and songwriters involved to consider establishing their own personal studios — a move he believes would help secure their long-term creative and professional independence.

 

 

 

How Talents Will Be Discovered :

Unlike typical open-call auditions, the Fuji Music Camp will operate through a talent screening and selection process. Discovery will focus on social media platforms — Facebook, Instagram, TikTok — with scouts, producers, and Osupa’s team actively monitoring talents who show potential in the Fuji space.

 

Once promising individuals are identified, the internal team of producers, composers, and songwriters will screen them further to determine fit. If approved, they’ll be contacted directly, invited to participate, and grouped into a suitable batch for mentorship. This process will take place on a quarterly basis, ensuring consistent intake and grooming.

 

Additionally, if any of the producers or songwriters already have their eyes on certain individuals — perhaps talents they’ve worked with or spotted offline — those artists may also be nominated for consideration.

 

It’s worth reiterating: no fee is required from the selected talents. This initiative remains fully funded by Oba Orin Osupa, whose vision is to give genuine talent an opportunity — not to profit from their dreams.

 

A Chance To Meet Their Mentors :

One standout feature of the Fuji Music Camp is that it provides selected participants with an opportunity to meet the Fuji legends they admire. Whether they sing in the style of Pasuma, K1 De Ultimate, Osupa himself, or others, these artists will have a chance to engage one-on-one with their idols. It’s a rare and valuable moment for rising talents to connect with their mentors in a meaningful, personal setting — something Osupa believes will help them grow both musically and mentally.

 

Spotlight : A Movement, Not Just A Program

The 2 July gathering marks more than program logistics — it signals real action. With producers and songwriters onboard, Sony Music distribution promised, and Arems Entertainment coordinating, Osupa’s vision is no longer just a proposal. The Fuji Music Camp is now a functioning system of talent discovery, mentorship, and development.

 

Backed by one of Fuji’s most respected voices and structured to run for five years, this initiative stands as one of the most focused, intentional investments ever made in the genre’s future. Osupa is not just building a camp; he is creating a movement to preserve, elevate, and pass on Fuji music — one hand-picked talent at a time.

 

Stay tuned. The Fuji renaissance has begun — and the torch is being passed.