Gift Iyumame Eke, professionally known as Muma Gee, meaning "do good Gift", is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, actress, businesswoman, fashion designer, television personality and politician. She was born, raised, and resides in Port Harcourt. Uwame's first taste of stardom came through her song "Kade", which became the title track of her first official album, released in 2006. The single's accompanying music video directed by Wudi Awa, received five nominations, including two from the AMEN Awards and one each from the Nigerian Music Video Awards, the Headies Awards, and the Sound City Music Video Awards.
Born in Port Harcourt, Rivers State to Ekpeye parents, Uwame grew up in a strict Christian household, the third of six children. Her father, who was involved in Military Medicine, died when she was a child. After her father's death, Uwame was raised by her mother in the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Uwame always liked music and was trained by her mother to sing songs at the age of 4.
Upon finishing her primary and secondary school education in Abuja, Uwame enrolled at the University of Port Harcourt and earned a degree in Theatre Arts. In addition to her academic background, she owned and operated numerous other busia nesses including vehicle leasing company, restaurant, tailor shop and beauty salon. She also became part of Port Harcourt's burgeoning music scene, performing at nightclubs and inner city bars.
Date of Birth | 18th November 1978 |
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Age | 46 Years |
Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Country | Nigeria |
Current City | Nigeria |
Birth Place | Port Harcourt |
Political Affiliation | Rivers State People's Democratic Party |
Religion | Christianity |
Language | Nigerian Pidgin |
Reference | IMDB |
Hair Color | Black Hair |
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Eye Color | Brown |
Aliases | Muma Gee |
Career Start | 2004 (20 years ago) |
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