Bala Miller (1928–2003)[1] was a Nigerian musician who was influential in the development of the highlife music scene in Nigeria.
The son of Rev Miller of Zaria, a missionary who was an early Christian convert from Hausaland.
He worked for Lever Brothers in Lagos and in the evenings played the trumpet or the cornet with Akpabots' band.
Chris Ajilo, a band leader in England and his friend Sammy Lartey also joined the team.
In 1977, Miller was involved in the development of the music programme at FESTAC 77, during the festival's preparations, he was inspired to form a new band.
In March 1977, after placing ads for players, he formed Bala Miller and the Music Pyrameeds of Africa.