[1] In 1975, Prince Nico Mbarga signed with Rogers All Stars following his break from EMI, which had ceased production on his previous releases.
Following the single's successful release, Rogers All Stars sponsored a West African tour for Mbarga and his band.
This period of economic growth enabled Rogers All Stars and other Nigerian labels to produce millions of records annually.
Okukuseku International Band of Ghana, led by Kofi Sammy, used a similar style, blending traditional Ghanaian rhythms and harmonies with two-tracked guitars, which had a more contemporary sound.
[6] In 2017, Okonkwo was involved in a petition to the Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON) by an assembly of Nigerian music industry professionals.