September 23, (THEWILL) – The award-winning ‘Godfather of African Reggae’ Victor Essiet of The Mandators fame, on Saturday, 21st of September, 2024 has received a special award on the United Nations International Peace Day in Nigeria’s capital city of Abuja, His nomination for the Global Melody Mastermind merit award is in recognition of his contributions, exceptional talent, creativity, and innovation in shaping the music industry on a global scale, setting him apart as a Legend.
His commitment to human development and other forms of humanitarian services has set him apart as a distinguished philanthropist who has, in no small measure, contributed to the entrenchment of peace in the community and society in total. The award was conferred on him at the Merit House, Maitama, Abuja.
The International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by the United Nations Resolution No. 36/64 and on 7 September, 2002, the United Nations General Assembly Resolution 55/282 affirmed the 21st of September the same year as the United Nations Day Of Peace to be celebrated yearly. This year’s symposium in Nigeria is organized by, May Peace Prevail On Earth International, a non-profit, non-sectarian, member supported organization in Nigeria in affiliation with the United Nations.
Essiet, known as the ‘Godfather of African Reggae’ has made a big impact with great critical acclaim in the world of Reggae music in the motherland of Africa over the past decades. The award-winning international Reggae hit maker was the first African artiste with a platinum selling album that had huge sellout concerts. Essiet established an impressive presence in America from the mid 90s till date with his music and touring backed by his Los Angeles based Mystic Records label.
