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Oyebanji Akins (b. 8 May 1986) is a Nigerian music critic, disc jockey, author and entrepreneur.
Oyebanji Akins | |
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| Born | Olumide E. Akinlolu 8 May 1986 |
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Early life and education
editAkin was born on 8 May 1986 in Oke-Ilewo in Ogun State. He had his primary and secondary school education at St. Benedetta's private school and Ijemo Turin High School in Abeokuta, before proceeding to Alaketu High School in Imeko Afon. He then attended Olabisi Onabanjo University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Accountancy.[1][2] He then proceeded to Anglia Ruskin University where he got an MBA and then to University of Maryland Global Campus where he graduated with a Master of Science in cyber security.[1]
Career
editAkins has works in Ogun State Civil Service in accounting and administration and has also worked as an IT auditor.[1] He is the chief executive of the African Root Store LLC and founder of Connecting the Dots, a podcast.[3]
Sam Odili of Nigerian Tribune described him as “a brilliant touch bearer for musical art."[2] while Independent Nigeria noted that his reviews "harmoniously discusses technical expertise with clear, concise language, rendering music analysis accessible and engaging for experts and enthusiasts alike."[3]
References
edit- ^ a b c Okanlawon, Taiwo (11 November 2022). "10 amazing facts about popular influencer, Olumide E Akinlolu". P.M. News. Retrieved 18 October 2024.
- ^ a b Odili, Sam (16 January 2021). "Oyebanji Akins champions Afrobeats movement with insightful critique". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 18 October 2024.
- ^ a b Adebola, Bolatito (1 December 2023). "The New Guard: How Nigerian Music Critics Are Redefining The Industry". Independent Nigeria. Retrieved 18 October 2024.