Ikechukwu Eric Ahiauzu (born 6 January 1989) better known as Ric Hassani, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and musician born in

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Education

Hassani graduated from Covenant University in

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. He attended the

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, where he earned a Master's degree in Energy Economics.

Career

Hassani released his debut album ''The African Gentleman'' in 2016. He is said to have a dress style that is influenced by his self-acclaimed stance as a gentleman. In April 2023, he released on the same day, his first set of official singles of the year, "Amina" and "The One". In April, 2024 Ric Hassani was announced as one of the judges for Nigerian Idol S9 alongside

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and 9ice.

Awards and nominations

Hassani was nominated in three categories at the 2016 All Africa Music Awards: Best Artiste in African R&B and

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, Video of the Year, and Most Promising Artiste. He also received two nominations at The Headies 2016, including Best Alternative Song for "Gentleman". In December 2018, the Falz and

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-assisted "Believe" won Best Collaboration at the Galaxy Music Awards.

Discography

Studio albums

*''The African Gentleman'' (2016) *''The Prince I Became'' (2021) *''Afro Love'' (2023) *''Hassani Workout'' (2024)

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Hassani, Ric 1989 births Living people Alumni of the University of Surrey Singers from Port Harcourt Songwriters from Rivers State Covenant University alumni 21st-century Nigerian singers