Edo Matter is a music production project that brings Edo women artists together to record and perform the song “Edo Matter” as a powerful call for peace, harmony, and unity across Edo State. The production centers on peace reigning among communities, political, royal, families, and generations, with culture and creativity thriving as a centerpiece.
Led by the visionary cultural ambassador Sonia Aimy, Edo Matter showcases Edo daughters who have made meaningful impacts on Edo State and Nigeria. The project intentionally amplifies women’s voices in a cultural landscape traditionally dominated by men, highlighting how female artistry can reinforce Edo heritage while addressing contemporary realities in the State.
The initiative features daughters of Edo who will contribute through their music and arts, celebrating their contributions through a collective musical work. The studio and audio-visual recording and performance aim to preserve Edo culture, foster national pride, promote peace and unity, and broaden the visibility of Edo women in music, performance, and advocacy.
Through the release of the recorded song and coordinated performances, Edo Matter seeks to generate peace-oriented dialogue and cultural pride, while providing a vivid testament to the richness of Edo femininity and the state’s musical heritage. The project emphasizes cultural preservation, peaceful coexistence, and the empowerment of Edo women as pivotal contributors to the state’s artistic legacy.
Sonia Aimy champions cultural diplomacy, women’s empowerment, and youth engagement, advancing inclusive arts and education to strengthen and uplift communities. Sonia Oduwa Aimiuwu shimmers in Afro-jazz, Afrobeat, highlife, and griot traditions. Her 2024 album Light-Imole deepens spirituality and Earth-connected resilience; Reconnect (2021) emerged from lockdown reflections. Nigerian-born, Italian-trained, Canadian-based, she is a singer, actress, producer, and activist. Her film TRACE: Tracing African Canadian Extraordinaire (2023) honors seven African Canadian leaders and has won 100+ awards. Multilingual and globally connected, she collaborated with legends like Makeba Masekela, William Parker, starred as first Black Cinderella with Turin’s National Theatre Italy, and founded African Women Acting (AWA, 2013) Canada and Owner/CEO of Saimy’s Art.
A big thank you to the traditional leader Chief Aigbe Obasogie for his contribution.
Special Guest Appearance: Nekpen Obasogie
