By Ayo Onikoyi
Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter and leadership coach Bamike Adeyemi, popularly known as OBA, has urged aspiring musicians, ministers and creatives to embrace their uniqueness instead of trying to imitate others in pursuit of success.
Speaking during an appearance on Conversations With Kenni, OBA reflected on her journey of more than two decades in the music industry, noting that many people lose their identity because they are desperate for recognition and acceptance.
According to the gospel artiste, she has witnessed different seasons in the industry and observed how the pressure to gain visibility often pushes people away from their authentic selves.
“There is quite a lot of pain, especially for someone like me who has been there for years. When I mention underdog, I have seen different seasons unfold. A lot of people are losing their identity, showing up in ways they are not supposed to and losing their authenticity,” she said.
