Prepare to embark on a unique celebration of African music as the highly anticipated Interswitch One Africa Music Fest (IOAMF) returns to three cities in the United Kingdom in August 2023.

Proudly sponsored by Quickteller, Interswitch Group’s leading digital payments platform, the annual festival celebrates Africa’s rich and vibrant music scene, showcasing the continent’s immense talent and creativity.



Since its inception, IOAMF has evolved into a beacon of African music, drawing artists from across the continent and around the world through the universal language of music. It serves as a powerful platform for showcasing the diverse sounds, rhythms, and cultural expressions that define the African music landscape.



The UK is known for its thriving music scene and as a melting pot of cultures and influences from around the world. As African music continues to captivate listeners worldwide, Manchester, Birmingham, and London, the three cities where the festival will take place, and which are arguably some of the UK’S most multicultural cities, serve as the perfect stage to strengthen the connection between Africa and the global music industry.



True to its reputation, IOAMF will feature a stellar lineup of established and emerging artists who are at the forefront of African music; from Afrobeat and highlife to Afro-pop and Afro-soul, the festival will showcase a diverse range of genres that reflect the continent’s rich musical tapestry. Prepare to be enthralled by the infectious rhythms and captivating performances of beloved African artists, as well as international guests who have been inspired by the continent’s musical heritage.



As the headline sponsor of IOAMF, Quickteller stands firm in its commitment to support the growth of the music industry on the continent.



IOAMF’s mission goes beyond entertainment; it is an immersive experience in the African culture that fosters exchange of ideas and stimulates global partnerships. Get ready to be swept away by the infectious beats, captivating performances, and the powerful message of unity that IOAMF brings to the global stage. Do not miss this opportunity to be part of a cultural phenomenon that will leave lasting impact in the world of music.



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Odunayo Ojo-Onasanya  was a very active member of the renowned and dynamic gospel music group, Midnight Crew popularly known for their hit song “IGWE”. 

Odunayo Ojo-Onasanya is a known dynamic singer, dancer, fashionista, songwriter, Praise leader and a lover of God.

Looking at her educational background she is a graduate of Secretarial Studies (Bilingual Option) from The Yaba College of  Technology, Lagos, Nigeria, Odunayo is known for her Excellent Spirit and keen eye for details as observed by course mates and lecturers even after graduating. 

Odunayo has been standing out through her powerful vocal dexterity and particularly her ability to express her love and passion for God in the Ijala Chant (from her native language, Yoruba) stands her out in every performace and ministration.

AY as she is fondly called, released a single “Orin to’dun” (A Sweet Song) culled from an old hymn, off her soon-to-be released debut album in April 2020. The powerful musical piece was produced by Olaitan Dada of Natalio Productions. Powerful musical pieces by Odunayo Ojo-Onasanya can be listened to through her youtube music channel (click here).

Odunayo is a passionate woman of God, a lover of justice, a perfectionist and an eloquent conversationalist.  She is married and blessed with Children.

Lagos, Nigeria – Union Bank of Nigeria has launched a brand-new sonic identity tagged ‘The Sound of Union. At 105 years, the Bank is now leveraging the universality of music to engage with new and existing audiences through this unique sound identity.

The Bank tapped prolific and award-winning music producer Tee-Y Mix, to create a timeless sound and interpret it across multiple genres for today’s and tomorrow’s generations.
Speaking about The Sound of Union during the official Twitter Space unveiling, Ogochukwu Ekezie-Ekaidem, Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, Union Bank, spoke about why the Bank is unveiling the sound identity at this time. She said:
“Over the past couple of years, Union Bank has gone through significant evolution and as a team, we are constantly thinking of ways to connect with our audiences – new and existing. At 105 years, we are entering into a new era of identity and the Sound of Union represents a milestone for us. We have produced a distinct tone and instrumental melody spanning five music genres drawing on our local culture to connect with audiences across different geographical zones. We believe we are the first Nigerian bank to create an identity using sound, and not just a one-off jingle or payoff. This launch underscores our commitment to providing the simplest and smartest solutions while offering the best experience for our customers.”

To launch the sound identity, Union Bank has partnered with Boomplay to release an EP which will include the five genres of the melody which will make the EP available exclusively to Boomplay subscribers for a period before it is available on other other platforms.
Also commenting during the Twitter Space, about the audio distribution partnership between Union Bank and Boomplay, James Afuwape, Marketing Manager at Boomplay said:
“Boomplay is the largest and fastest growing streaming platform in Africa, and we are passionate about building and sustaining the music culture and consumption in Africa. We do this by leveraging partnerships and collaborations and this one with Union Bank was one we couldn’t pass up on. The Sound of Union is a unique project, and we are honoured to use our platform to help amplify the sound.”

The Sound of Union EP is now streaming exclusively on Boomplay. Click here to listen.