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House of Representatives candidate for Ajeromi-Ifelodun Federal Constituency on the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Hon. Francis Barthlomew Chima, popularly known as Omobarca, on Thursday joined celebrities and residents of Ajeromi-Ifelodun to celebrate veteran entertainer Daddy Showkey on the occasion of his birthday and the commemoration of his 50 years on stage.

The celebration, which drew a large crowd to Ajegunle, Lagos, was marked by music, sports, and tributes to the veteran musician whose career has spanned five decades.

In a statement issued after the event, Omobarca described Daddy Showkey as a friend and brother whose contribution to the entertainment industry and the Ajegunle community remains significant.

According to him, the occasion represented not only a birthday celebration but also a recognition of “50 years of entertainment, 50 years of Galala music, and 50 years of using music to inspire, uplift, and give voice to the streets.”

Ajegunle, often regarded as one of Lagos’ most vibrant cultural communities, was filled with excitement as residents gathered to honour the singer who rose from the area to become a nationally celebrated entertainer.

Part of the activities included a novelty football match held at the Nathaniel Idewu Football Pitch, Ajegunle. The match featured several notable entertainers and media personalities, including comedian AY Makun, comedian Akpororo, and radio personality Yaw of Wazobia FM.

The game provided a lively atmosphere as participants entertained spectators with football skills, humour, and friendly rivalry. Akpororo drew loud cheers from the crowd after scoring the equalising goal for his team during the match.

Omobarca said the event reflected the strong sense of unity and community spirit that has continued to define Ajegunle.

He noted that Daddy Showkey’s career remains an example of resilience, consistency, and dedication to his craft, adding that the singer has consistently represented Ajegunle with pride both within Nigeria and internationally.

“For five decades, Daddy Showkey has remained true to his craft and his message. He has represented Ajegunle to the world with authenticity and pride,” Omobarca said.

He added that the celebration was an opportunity for the community to appreciate a legacy built through years of hard work and cultural influence.

The veteran singer, who became famous for pioneering the Galala music movement in the 1990s, is widely regarded as one of the entertainers who brought the sounds and stories of Ajegunle to mainstream Nigerian music.

Organisers of the event announced that the celebrations would continue with a grand “50 Years on Stage” concert scheduled to hold at Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Sunday, August 9, 2026.

The concert is expected to attract entertainers, industry stakeholders, fans, and dignitaries from across the country.

Congratulating the music icon, Omobarca wished Daddy Showkey good health, strength, and many more years of impact and influence in the entertainment industry.

“Happy birthday to my brother and friend, Daddy Showkey. Congratulations on 50 remarkable years on stage. May God continue to bless you, strengthen you, and grant you many more years of impact and influence,” he said.

The celebration ended with renewed calls from residents for continued support for cultural icons from Ajegunle, with many describing Daddy Showkey as one of the community’s greatest ambassadors.

What a lovely get-together this occasion, the birthday of Daddy Showkey will be. I cant help but to to reminisce on the various renditions and joy Daddy Showkey and his boys have given us.

The philanthropist Omobarca is one person I know that knows how to relate with his community. Ajeromi Ifelodun constituency will be happy to have someone like Hon Francis Omobarca in their federal constituency.

Daddy shokey that year,g

Dbull on this one!



Fun fact! back then as a kid people use to call me daddy showkey while growing up in my street because I use to mimick him😅

Later hooked up with him after becoming a big star myself

If he dey celebrate 50 years on stage, how old he come be?!

Baronthecelebri:
Daddy shokey that year,g

What year? Let us start from there.

50 years on stage?

How old is he?

Congratulations to Daddy Showkey.

He has contributed a great deal to the music industry in Nigeria.

I remember his GALALA MUSIC and his body movement and dance steps.

Daddy Showkey is one of those Ghetto Soldiers as far as music entertainment is concerned.

He grew up in the Ghetto of Ajegunle, one of the suburb of Lagos.

50 years in the entertainment industry is no joke.

This is another feather to his hat.

That Ajegunle is not a small place it has produced several great people in Nigeria as at today in the likes of Daddy Showkey, African China, and sports men or footballer like Emmanuel Amuneke of the Super eagle fames, Victor Osimhen who now plays for Galatasaray.

I wish Daddy Showkey the best in his role as an entertainment icon.

Is he still living in Ajegunle? I thought he moved out long ago

person na 56 years,,, how e com dey celebrate 50 years on stage,,, e blew for 1996 with Diana track,

abi wetin i dey miss

his formative years we stayed at the same street at oluwa.

SamuraiXXX:
Is he still living in Ajegunle? I thought he moved out long ago

He did but still comes around and involve himself with things concerning Ajegunle.

ppogba:
What year? Let us start from there.

That year when he was one of the reigning musicians in Nigeria

SamuraiXXX:
Is he still living in Ajegunle? I thought he moved out long ago

no but visit every now and then, unlike me its being 10yrs now. na billing dey mak me run

SamuraiXXX:
That year when he was one of the reigning musicians in Nigeria

Okay.

I need to know who I wan follow argue before we even begin.

I don know.

50 years on stage kwanu.since 76? our guy in this forum don waka well well oh

Congratulations daddy showkey...
You are a veteran.
One of ajegunles finest.


How about daddy fresh and the denge denge man?

Kobicove:
If he dey celebrate 50 years on stage, how old he come be?!

Very good question. 50yrs kee

Iamdbull:
Dbull on this one!



Fun fact! back then as a kid people use to call me daddy showkey while growing up in my street because I use to mimick him😅

Later hooked up with him after becoming a big star myself

our guy on this forum don go very very far

Ziggy02:
person na 56 years,,, how e com dey celebrate 50 years on stage,,, e blew for 1996 with Diana track,

abi wetin i dey miss

You no miss anything.
You are just seeing someone claiming what he is not.

At 56 claiming 50 years already spent on age.

Yeye dick measurement.

The greats like :
Osadebe
Bright Chimezie
Sunny Ade
Ebenezer Obey

did not and never claimed they mounted the stage at age 6.

Eba50:
50 years on stage kwanu.since 76? our guy in this forum don waka well well oh

He is not even intelligent in his lie lie.

Eba50:
our guy on this forum don go very very far

You can say that again my gee

Ajeromi-Ifelodun, my hood some 15 years ago before nigga moved on..

50 years ke? How old is he? Never knew he has been around that much.

Iamdbull:
Dbull on this one!



Fun fact! back then as a kid people use to call me daddy showkey while growing up in my street because I use to mimick him😅

Later hooked up with him after becoming a big star myself

Big wetin?
No let me enter u dis evening oo!
😑

Showkey is not more than 60yrs...
Where him see 50 yrs bring out from?

Somebody call my name... Show key... Daddy come

If you see my mama, hossana, tell am say oh, hosa, I dey for ketu, hosa, ino geti problem.....

So baba started on stage at 6yrs old

Stop now

Lamba too much

ppogba:
What year? Let us start from there.

You go sabi fall person hand.

If you see my mama was a true story. Diana....

SixSeven:
Daddy Showkey's "Diana" (1996)

This was based on a true story

https://www.tiktok.com/video/7371314403578236166

He started singing at 6, okay na

Mirasteel:
50 years on stage?

How old is he?

Yeah, doesn't add up.

May be he is 50 years old.... I think it is 25 years on stage.