🎤 Early Life & Background
Born in Delta State (Sapele region), Nigeria, Abimbola is of Yoruba–Urhobo descent. He began singing from a young age, composing jingles at Delta State Broadcasting in the early 2000s
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He studied at Ufuoma Mixed Secondary School, then at Delta State Polytechnic, and performed at various school events including at LASU and DELSU
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🎶 Musical Career
He adopted the moniker “Arigbata” in 2008, a spiritual name that allows prophetic positivity toward his fans and himself
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In 2010, he began his professional career with the single “Shuga” produced by Sense Beat
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He gained wider recognition with his street anthem “2head” featuring Erigga in 2018, produced by Cypress Hit
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📀 Releases & Collaborations
2020: Released debut album One in Africa (21 tracks), led by singles “No Time” and “2head”
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Also released EPs Lagos to London, Jaja of Opobo, and other projects
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2023: Dropped second album Next of Kin, a 10‑track Afrobeat collection with popular songs like “Saro (Gbien)”, “Mummy Oyoyo” and “Celebrate”
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2024: Released the single “Confirmation”, showcasing his expanding artistry .
🤝 Collaborations & Performances
He has worked with notable Nigerian artists such as Erigga, Mr Real, Bella Shmurda, Oritse Femi, Timaya, Pasuma, Olamide, and more
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Abimbola has performed at major events like Star Trek 2015 in Sapele, Felabration 2016, and headlined his Live in Warri show in 2024 .
🌟 Style & Influence
He specializes in Afro-fusion and Afrobeat, blending dancehall, contemporary, and traditional sounds to convey motivational and culturally rich messages .
🌱 Vision & Impact
Known for a strong work ethic and distinctive musical style, Abimbola aspires to collaborate with global Nigerian icons such as Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, Yemi Alade, and Zinoleesky
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He’s also involved in community influence and positive messaging through his music .
