Global music streaming platform Spotify has announced Nigerian multi-talented artiste, Nissi, as its EQUAL Africa Ambassador for October, recognising her exceptional achievements across music, art, and technology.
The announcement was made in Lagos on Wednesday by Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, who described Nissi as a shining example of Africa’s new generation of creative women breaking boundaries in multiple fields.
Okumu noted that Nissi, who is not only a singer and songwriter but also a visual artist and engineer, represents the intersection of art and innovation.
“Through her innovative approach, Nissi actively works to empower women in technology and innovation, serving as a powerful inspiration for a new generation of female creatives and artistes,” she said.
As a musician, Nissi’s sound blends Afrobeats, funk, and soul, often enriched with uplifting messages. Her 2023 release, “Nobody” featuring Fireboy DML, was described as an infectious pop track that fuses R&B and Afrobeats into a rich, melodic experience.
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Beyond her artistry, Nissi is also recognised for her contribution to engineering excellence, having been part of the elite design team behind the Bentley Bentayga SUV, making her one of the few Black women to work on such a prestigious automotive project.
“Her work shows that her talent transcends music, bridging art, science, and engineering in a way that highlights the limitless potential of African women,” Okumu added.
Spotify’s EQUAL Africa initiative, launched to amplify the voices of women across the continent, continues to provide platforms, visibility, and resources for female artistes to connect with audiences globally.
“Nissi represents a new wave of African creatives shaping culture from every angle. She’s not only pushing boundaries through her music but also showing that women can lead across music, art, and technology and that’s exactly what EQUAL Africa celebrates,” Okumu said.
In her response, Nissi expressed gratitude to Spotify for the recognition and praised the EQUAL programme for its role in empowering women in the music industry.
“Music has been a part of my life since I was five years old, playing the keyboard in music school. I knew it was my destiny when I made my first demo at 13,” she said.
Encouraging women to stay determined and confident, Nissi added:
“Most industries are not easy on women, but my perspective allows me to see that there’s nothing I can’t achieve. I just go for it, and I hope that someday people recognise all the things that I am.
All my life, I’ve been in male-dominated industries, and my ethos has always been to keep putting in the work, being your best, and knowing that no one can do it the way you do.”
