Chief Femi Esho, the Chairman of Evergreen Musical Company, has passed away at the age of 77 after a brief illness. His family confirmed his passing on Monday.
Esho, affectionately known as Baba Esho or Baba Musician, was a pivotal figure in the Nigerian music industry. He founded the Evergreen Music Heritage Foundation and dedicated his life to preserving and promoting various Nigerian music genres, including Highlife, Juju, Sakara, Apala, and Afrobeat.
As a mentor to many in the Highlife music scene, Baba Esho’s contributions have been invaluable. His family will announce the burial arrangements soon.