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

Education

Hassani graduated from

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. He attended the

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, where he earned a master's degree in energy economics.

Musical 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.

Awards and nominations

Hassani was nominated in three categories at the 2016

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: 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

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, including Best Alternative Song for "Gentleman". In December 2018, the

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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)

References

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