Grammy winner, Angélique Kidjo in Lagos to perform, speaks fluent Yoruba (Video)

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Angelique Kidjo speaks fluent Yoruba as she visits Lagos studio and meets with Asa

Grammy Award winner, Angélique Kidjo is currently in Lagos, Nigeria, and she visited Smooth FM this morning for an interview.

Angélique Kidjo with full names as Angélique Kpasseloko Hinto Hounsinou Kandjo Manta Zogbin Kidjo, is a Beninese singer-songwriter, actress, and activist.

While saying hello to the staff at the studio, Angélique spoke fluent Yoruba.

Nigerian singer Asa also visited the studio and both women were happy to see each other.

Angélique is seen drawing Asa in for a long hug before complimenting her footwear. They also spoke Yoruba to each other.

Angélique Kidjo, who will be performing in Lagos, Nigeria, said it will be her first time performing in the state.

“This is my first time in Lagos… My first time playing in Lagos. The last time I was here was in ’93. I left here at 13 years old.”

She added that her father was “too afraid” of her mum to bring her here because he feared if she comes here, she won’t want to go back to resume school.

Watch the video below:

Video: LIB

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