Why I signed Samklef —Akon

Days back, news filtered into town that Nigerian music producer and video director, Samklef may have signed a multi-million naira deal with super star musician, Akon’s KonLive Records. But while his fans waited patiently to hear the good news from Samklef himself, the singer kept mute, apparently trying to keep his fans guessing.

The deal, however, came to the fore a few days ago when AKon confirmed explained why he signed the Imo State-born entertainer to his record label, a development that caught his fans unawares even as some of them took to their social media handle to congratulate their man.

Akon, who topped the 2017 list of richest African musicians, according to Forbes, said he signed Samklef because everything the singer touches turned to gold. “He is the best all-around entertainer from Nigeria. Everything Samklef touches turns to gold and I expect his first single, Philo to quickly climb the charts once it is released.

“My team was very impressed with Samklef’s professionalism. He has worked with Sound Factory, Flow Records, Smashers Records, Back 2 Black, Mindfalls, Exp & i360 and S.O & U.,” said Rozina Negusei, CEO of En-Treeg Records and Akon’s wife. “He a certified hitmaker, has great stage presence and is a master at engaging any music-loving crowd.”

Samklef, who described his new deal with Akon as honour, added that “The opportunity to be part of Akon’s camp and learn from the greatest in the music and business world is an honor. I want to inspire others to achieve their dreams,” he said. “If I can make it out of the poorest conditions from Lagos, Nigeria, with hard work and dedication anyone can”.