Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Fiokee Biography: Age, Family, Education and Career

Ifiok Effanga, better known as Fiokee, is a talented Nigerian guitarist renowned for his highlife guitar melodies and distinctive trebly solos.

FACTS ABOUT FIOKEE

  • FULL NAME: Ifiok Effanga
  • DATE OF BIRTH: January 10, 1982
  • STATE OF ORIGIN: Akwa Ibom, Nigeria
  • NATIONALITY: Nigerian
  • OCCUPATIONS: Guitarist, Singer
  • LABELS: Fiokee Records

EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION

Born on January 10, 1982, he has worked with prominent Nigerian musicians such as Tiwa Savage, Yemi Alade, and Patoranking.

Fiokee studied at the Petroleum Training Institute in Effurun, Delta State.

Hailing from Akwa Ibom State, he is the fourth of six siblings and discovered his passion for music early on while singing in a church choir, where he learned solfa notation.

Despite facing financial difficulties, he began learning the guitar from a taxi driver.

In 2003, he enrolled in Delta State to study mechanical engineering while honing his guitar skills through church performances.

CAREER

In 2008, Fiokee gained recognition after winning a music competition called Star Quest with his group, Diamonds, which prompted his move to Lagos State.

This victory led to collaborations on popular tracks like Simi’s ‘Simisola,’ Flavour’s ‘Thankful,’ and Patoranking’s ‘God Over Everything.’

In 2016, he founded his own record label, Fiokee Records, and released his debut album, “MAN,” on January 14, 2022, featuring various Nigerian artists.

Since then, he has also collaborated with international musicians like Jean & Alex.

His latest single, “Fine Girl Today,” was released on August 9, 2024, further establishing his presence in the music industry.

PERSONAL LIFE

Fiokee is known for maintaining a private personal life, with little public information available about it.

 

 

Amarachi Godwin
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Amarachi Godwin is a dedicated journalist at NaijaTraffic News, specializing in the PEOPLE & PROFILES section. With a passion for storytelling, she delves into the lives of Influencers & Changemakers, uncovering tales of Inspiration & Resilience, and highlighting the achievements of Legends & Icons. Amarachi’s work in profiling remarkable individuals paints a vivid picture of those shaping society, as she brings their stories to life through compelling narratives that resonate with readers.

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