For talented afrobeat / dancehall artiste, Perfecta Ekpo, 2016 is a year of great unveiling in the musical scene where she has held sway as a virtuoso of sophisticated choreography and professional dance.
During the course of 2016 , she has churned out hit upon hit, performed in concert upon concert and has electrified the world with her stage craft and powerful songs which have put her in a class of her own .
Despite being characterized by a vast world of technology which has been engulfed with the erosion of cultures and values by western influences, the Akwa Ibom state-born US-based super star has not lost track of the rich Nigerian cultural heritage. The queen of hearts as she is popularly called by fans has maintained her identity as a true daughter of Africa by singing in her native language and other languages. The infusion of these languages into her songs have made her songs to be timeless, with universal appeal.
Thus, she is on a roller coaster ride of being a Miriam Makaeba or Brenda Fassie of our time. Her rating in 2016 has soared, making her to be trending on the cyber space with excellent reviews in both electronic and print media
To cap her achievements in 2016, she will be featuring in the AKSG Xmas Carols Festival, as she is set to storm the scene and perform alongside other giant gospel artistes
Her home-coming is eliciting a spontaneous elation throughout the length and breadth of Akwa Ibom State as she has promised that her performance will be a sight to behold. According to her management,“ already, there is a mad rush for her CDs in virtually all the nooks and crannies of the state. Fans and those that have just come to discover her are watching her videos and will watch her perform with undiluted confidence live as the fore-bearer of wholesome entertainment at Uyo Township Stadium ,on December 17”.