There is a popular saying that there is ability in disability. Well, if you are one of those Africans who believes that this saying is one of those unrealistic quotes you hear every day, then you are so wrong. This is because I trust you will have a cause to have a rethink after reading this piece on Cobhams Asuquo. Well, the story you are about to peruse is that of a man whose dogged determination paid off despite his disability. Please read on as we examine the life and career of Cobhams Asuquo.

Cobhams Emmanuel Asuquo is a Nigerian-born award-wining musician, songwriter, and producer with a visual impairment. He was born on 6th January, 1981 in Jos, Nigeria to the family of Mr. and Mrs. Asuquo. Even though, Cobhams cannot see like every other person, he determined to make something great out of his life. Originally, Cobhams wanted to be a lawyer, but because of the passion he had for music as a little boy, he changed his career path and moved into music; a decision which later took him places. When he took the decision to change his career choice, Cobhams recalled that his family supported the decision unlike many other African parents. Born into a Catholic home, he had a flair for Gospel music. As time went on he began to sharpen his musical skills until he was convinced he could make good music. So, in 2005, he was signed on to Sony ATV London as a songwriter. In 2006, he decided to set up his own recording facility. He named the label CAMP: Cobhams Asuquo Music Productions. The label, up till now, is involved in everything music: discovering talents, growing them and recording for popular ones. The label released Bez’s 15-track album titled Super Sun in 2011 – making it the first studio album to be released by CAMP. The first awarding-wining album from Asa (self-titled album) was produced by CAMP. Asa is a popular Nigerian soul sensation – the album sold over 400,000 copies worldwide.

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