Ric Hassani | |
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 Hassani performing at Lake of Stars in Malawi | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Ikechukwu Eric Ahiauzu |
| Also known as | Rico Slim |
| Born | 6 January 1989 Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria |
| Genres | Soul, Reggae, Pop |
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| Website | richassani |
Ikechukwu Eric Ahiauzu better known as Ric Hassani (born on 6 January 1989, in Port Harcourt [1] ) is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and musician. [2]
Hassani graduated from Covenant University in Nigeria. [3] He attended the University of Surrey, where he earned a master's degree in energy economics. [4]
Hassani released his debut album The African Gentleman in 2016. He is said to have a dress style that is influenced by his self-acclaimed stance as a gentleman. [5] In April 2023, he released on the same day, his first set of official singles of the year, "Amina" and "The One". [6]
In April, 2024 Ric Hassani was announced as one of the judges for Nigerian Idol S9 along side Omawumi and 9ice. [7] [8]
Hassani was nominated in three categories at the 2016 All Africa Music Awards: Best Artiste in African R&B and Soul, Video of the Year, and Most Promising Artiste. [9] He also received two nominations at The Headies 2016, including Best Alternative Song for "Gentleman". [2] [10]
In December 2018, the Falz and Olamide-assisted "Believe" won Best Collaboration at the Galaxy Music Awards. [11]
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