Vanguard Entertainment Icon Award Will Be the Biggest Recognition of My Lifetime – Daddy Showkey
SNOW TV NEWS DESKVeteran Nigerian musician and pioneer of the popular Galala music genre, Daddy Showkey, has described his nomination for Vanguard Newspaper's 2026 Entertainment Icon of the Year award as one of the most meaningful recognitions of his career.The 57-year-old entertainer, whose real name is Chief John Odafe Asiemo, expressed deep appreciation after receiving his nomination letter at his Lagos residence on Tuesday, explaining that the recognition holds special significance because of Vanguard's role in his journey to fame.According to the singer, Vanguard was the first Nigerian newspaper to give him media attention when he was still an upcoming artist, making the nomination particularly emotional."They say a prophet is not recognized by his own people. But ...