BBC radio 1 made a statement on their website which reads, “Cuppy is a world renowned Nigerian DJ and producer who has performed at some of the biggest international festivals and events and has also most recently appeared in the docu-ality series Highlife. Her first show will be on Sunday 9 January 2022.”
BBC radio 1 also tweeted DJ Cuppy’s upcoming participation on their official twitter handle.
Cuppy says: “Music is my life, and my primary form of expression. Every Sunday, being able to connect and empower with listeners around the world for 4 hours is a dream come true! I am so excited and proud to join the BBC family, 1Xtra has had such a significant cultural impact inside and outside music for so many years.”
Faron McKenzie, Head of BBC Radio 1Xtra, says: “I am excited to have Cuppy join our 1Xtra family. She will bring so much vibrancy and empowerment to our Sunday morning Breakfast Show and I can’t wait for our audience to hear some of her brilliant ideas she has for the show.”
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