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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 Covenant University in Nigeria. He attended the University of Surrey, where he earned a master's degree in energy economics.
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. In April 2023, he released on the same day, his first set of official singles of the year, "Amina" and "The One".
In April, 2024 Ric Hassani was announced as one of the judges for Nigerian Idol S9 along side Omawumi and 9ice.
Awards and nominations
Hassani was nominated in three categories at the 2016 All Africa Music Awards: Best Artiste in African R&B and Soul, Video of the Year, and Most Promising Artiste. He also received two nominations at The Headies 2016, including Best Alternative Song for "Gentleman".
In December 2018, the Falz and Olamide-assisted "Believe" won Best Collaboration at the Galaxy Music Awards.
Discography
= Studio albums
=The African Gentleman (2016)
The Prince I Became (2021)
The Prince I Became (2020)