Princess Peters is a Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter, recording and performing artist, actress, film producer, and philanthropist. She began her musical journey at a young age and professionally launched her career with a debut album in 2007 under Lighthworld Productions.
Life, Education and Career
- Born in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.
- 8th child in a family of ten.
- Obtained NCE in Biology and Integrated Science (2006) from College of Education, Benin (now Tayo Akpata University).
- Later studied Mass Communication at Benson Idahosa University.
Music Career
- Began singing in her local church children’s choir.
- Debut album: Kpomwen Ijesu (2007) under Lighthworld Productions.
- Follow-up album: Erhun (2011).
- Other notable songs: Urhuese, Ose, Ogboviosa.
Awards and Nominations
- Nominated for Maranatha Awards USA, alongside Mercy Chinwo, Steve Crown, Judikay, and Frank Edwards.
Acting Career
- Started acting at age 8 in her church drama group.
- First featured in a movie in 2004.
Selected Film Appearances
- Girls Are Not Smiling
- About Tomorrow
- Home in Exile
- Adesuwa
- ATM
- Desperate Love
- Free Man (2022)
- Dirty Sunday (2022) as Doctor Uchechi
- What's Within (2014)
- Destiny Gate
- Singles Clinik
As Producer
- Destiny Gate
- Singles Clinik
- Edehi
Philanthropy
Princess Peters is the founder of Lifted Hands Initiative and Princess Peters Foundation, focusing on empowering the needy in society.
Widows Rejoice Initiative
- Launched in 2016 to support widows in Benin, Edo State with startup business funds.
Discography
Albums
- Urhuese (2019)
- Aigbovbiosa (2018)
- Erhun (2011)
References
- What's Within, retrieved 26 October 2019