Nigerian Singer, Peter Akanni Akorede, known as Emperor Pick Peters has died, according to a report by Sun Newspaper.

Emperor Pick

Pick Peters died today at the age of 74 after a brief Illness.

His death was confirmed by the Chairman of a topmost musical equipment hiring company TASMAN Equipment Prince Tayo Adeolokun .

Emperor Pick was a juju singer, guitarist, and founder of Identity Records.

He was famous in the 70s for his steady hit songs and was considered a prominent juju musician alongside Sunny Ade and Dele Abiodun.

Former PDP Chairman Dies (PHOTO)

He began his career in 1973 with the release of his debut album, “Kango kango l’agogo n dun,” and went on to release more than 20 albums.

However, his career suffered after a contract dispute with his record label.

He is survived by his wife, children and grandchildren.