Ice Prince Zamani just gave a major shoutout to Tekno, calling him one of his favorite Nigerian artists. In a clip from the podcast Curiosity Made Me Ask, Ice Prince made this declaration, he also further went on to say he isn’t the only favorite artist, he continued by stating he loved 2Face, Wizkid and many more artists. Ice Prince also promised host Bae U, that he’ll give a bottle of champagne if he has either Burna Boy or Wizkid on his show one day.
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Ice Prince and Tekno both have deep roots in Nigerian music, making this shoutout extra meaningful. Ice Prince, born Panshak Henry Zamani, rose to fame with Oleku in 2010 and has been a key figure in the industry, even serving as vice president of Chocolate City from 2015 to 2016. Tekno, who started gaining attention in 2012 after being spotted by comedian Julius Agwu, has become a powerhouse with songs like *Wayo* and his role in reviving Davido’s career, as Davido himself admitted.
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Their connection goes back to the early 2010s—Tekno’s remix of Ice Prince’s Oleku, titled Onye Ne Kwu, was a breakout moment for him. Ice Prince’s praise on Curiosity Made Me Ask feels like a full-circle moment, celebrating Tekno’s growth while highlighting the camaraderie in Nigerian music. The podcast setting, with its cozy vibe and Ice Prince’s relaxed demeanor, adds authenticity to the moment. This moment is a reminder of the respect and rivalry that fuel Afrobeats.
