Phenom Declares MI Abaga as Nigeria’s Undisputed Rap Icon
Acclaimed lyricist Phenom has weighed in on the never-ending debate surrounding MI Abaga’s place in Nigerian hip hop. In a recent post, the rapper made it clear that no Nigerian rapper should be compared to MI Abaga, solidifying the rap legend’s status as an untouchable force in the industry.
Phenom’s statement was a reaction to a post by a hip-hop blog that sparked a debate on which rapper had the most hit songs between MI Abaga and Vector. Weighing in on the discourse, Phenom argued that if anyone were to be compared to MI in terms of hit records, it would be none other than Ice Prince, his fellow former Chocolate City signee and chart-topping artist.
While his take is bound to fuel further discussions, it underscores the immense respect MI Abaga commands in Nigerian music. Since making his mainstream breakthrough in 2008 with his critically acclaimed debut album Talk About It, MI has solidified his legacy as one of the most influential figures in African hip hop.
With a catalog filled with numerous hits, including Action Film featuring Brymo, Anoti featuring Gabriel, One Naira featuring Waje, and Number 1 featuring Flavour, MI’s impact on Nigerian hip hop is undeniable. His contributions have earned him the admiration of peers, including former Choc Boiz members Ice Prince and Jesse Jagz, who have also hailed him as the greatest Nigerian rapper of all time.
As he continues his nearly two-decade dominance in the rap scene, MI Abaga is gearing up for the release of a new album in 2025, a project that is highly anticipated by fans and industry watchers alike.
