Biography
EARLY LIFE
Abay Esho was born in Lagos, Nigeria. He showed early talent in music and performance. He first gained recognition as a musician in the early 2000s when he teamed up with Mike Nliam to form the musical duo Safari. Their music, which blended Afrobeat, highlife, and contemporary sounds, became very popular, especially the hit song "One Day E Go Better" released around 2001–2005. This song remains a classic that many Nigerians still remember fondly.
CAREER
Abay Esho is a multi-talented Nigerian entertainer with a successful career spanning music and film. He started as a musician and composer. As part of the duo Safari with Mike Nliam, he released memorable songs that captured the spirit of hope and resilience. He has written and composed over 150 songs, including singles, soundtracks for TV series, and shows. His music style is rooted in Afrobeat with soulful and inspirational lyrics. Abay Esho successfully transitioned into filmmaking. He is a respected film director, producer, and composer for movie soundtracks. He has directed several Nollywood productions and is known for his work with SuperStory Series and other major platforms. He also works as an entertainment consultant and content developer. He continues to create content on his YouTube channel (@abayesho101), where he shares music, behind-the-scenes videos, and film-related projects.
PERSONAL LIFE
Abay Esho keeps most of his personal and family life private. He is known to be a focused and creative professional who prefers to let his work speak for itself.
Filmography
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