Christogonus Ezebuiro Obinna(Dr Sir Warrior), also known as "The Ultimate Warrior" was a prominent Nigerian igbo highlife singer and songwriter, born on November 16, 1947 in Umuezike, Uga, Aguata Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria. He was one of the pioneers of the highlife music genre, and his contributions to the Nigerian music industry remain unparalleled.

Dr Sir Warrior

Growing up, Dr Sir Warrior was exposed to the traditional music of his Igbo heritage, and this greatly influenced his style of music. He began his music career in the early 1970s as a member of the popular highlife band, Oriental Brothers International Band. The band, which was made up of three brothers, Godwin, Dansatch and Ferdinand Orizu, quickly gained popularity for their unique blend of traditional Igbo music and modern highlife rhythms.

Dr Sir Warrior's talent as a songwriter and vocalist was evident from the very beginning, and he soon emerged as the lead singer of the band. He was known for his powerful voice, energetic performances and thought-provoking lyrics, which often addressed social issues and cultural values.

Under his leadership, Oriental Brothers International Band released numerous hit songs, including "Onye Ikekwere Mekeya", "Akwa Uwa", "Uwa Bu Aja", "Ozo Wu Iwem" and "Ihe Emebiwo". These songs became instant classics and cemented the band's place in the history of Nigerian music.

Dr Sir Warrior continued to innovate and evolve his music, incorporating elements of reggae and funk into his highlife sound. He also collaborated with other notable musicians, including Oliver de Coque and Chief Osita Osadebe, and toured extensively throughout Nigeria and beyond.

In addition to his music career, Dr Sir Warrior was also a philanthropist and community leader, and was known for his generosity and commitment to the development of his hometown of Uga and the wider Igbo community.

Sadly, Dr Sir Warrior passed away on June 2, 1999, but his legacy lives on through his music, which continues to inspire and entertain generations of Nigerians and music lovers around the world.