Whether it’s Afrobeat, Highlife, Juju or any other genre, Folake seems to be a constant presence in Nigerian music. In fact, some music enthusiasts have come to refer to it as the unofficial national female name of Nigeria.
Folake is a Yoruba name which means “to honor and care for wealth”. It is a popular name in Nigeria, especially among the Yoruba ethnic group. The Yorubas are one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria, with a population of about 40 million people. They are known for their rich cultural heritage and their influence in Nigerian music cannot be overstated.
