Lilin Baba
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Lilin Baba | |
|---|---|
| Born | Shu’aibu Ahmed Abbas 2 January 1992 Gwoza, Borno State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, song writer, film actor, entrepreneur |
| Years active | 2016–present |
| Known for | His appearance in Hauwa Kulu |
| Parent(s) | Ahmed Abbas (father), Binta Ahmed (mother) |
Shu’aibu Ahmed Abbas (born 2 January 1992), known professionally as Lilin Baba, is a Nigerian singer, song writer, record executive, film actor and entrepreneur.[1][2][3] Lilin Baba is best known in Kannywood film industry for the role he played in his debut movie titled Hauwa Kulu.[4] He was nominated at City People Entertainment Awards for 2018 Arewa Most Promising Music Act of the Year.[5] He won the 2019 Arewa Best RnB Music Act of the Year at the City People Entertainment Awards.[6]
Early career
Lilin Baba used to sell ice blocks at ‘Bata,’ a local market in Fagge Local Government in Kano. After moving to Abuja with his brother, he set up his car and mortgage business.[7]
Music artist
After setting up his business, he met two producers, ‘Shadow’ and ‘Garkuwa.’ With their help, he released his debut song, " Arewa." He has released songs with Bala Usher and Mr. Cash. He has worked with Mr. Bangis, Adam A. Zango, Don Adah, Bash Em, Davido, and Skales.[7]
Discography [7]
- Arewa (2016)
- Dabbing (2019)
- Ba Zama (2019)
- Tsaya (2019)
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | City People Entertainment Awards | Arewa Best RnB Music Act of the Year | Won |
| 2018 | City People Entertainment Awards | Arewa Most Promising Music Act of the Year | Nominated |
References
- ^ Jalal, Aliyu (29 January 2022). "Fast-rising Kannywood stars to watch out for". Daily Trust. Retrieved 17 July 2022.
- ^ Ada Abraham, Anthony. "I was frustrated, depressed teenager-lilin baba". leadership.ng. Leadership.ng. Retrieved 25 December 2019.
- ^ Giginyu, Ibrahim Musa (30 November 2019). "How I moved from ice block seller to singer – Lilin Baba". Daily Trust. Retrieved 25 December 2019.
- ^ A Hukunyi, Umar. "Mun shirya film din Hauwa Kulu ne don magance matsalar fyade". hausa.leadership.ng. Retrieved 25 December 2019.
- ^ "Nominations List For Arewa Musicians For City People Music Awards". City People Magazine. 6 October 2018. Retrieved 25 December 2019.
- ^ "Winners Emerge @ City People Music Awards". City People Magazine. 5 November 2019. Retrieved 25 December 2019.
- ^ a b c "How I moved from ice block seller to singer – Lilin Baba". Daily Trust. 30 November 2019. Retrieved 18 May 2022.
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