Nigeria’s most talented disc jockeys took centre stage in Calabar as the Deejays Association of Nigeria (DJAN) wrapped up its inaugural Mix Master Championship (MMC) with an awards ceremony marking a new milestone for the country’s DJing industry. The event, held on 25 November 2025, showcased the finest turntable artistry from across the nation.
DJAN’s National President, Prince Christian Edeh—popularly known as DJ Perfect International—praised the championship as a transformative chapter for the association. Reflecting on DJAN’s successful 2024 awards, he described the MMC as a major step towards professionalism, saying the competition “eloquently demonstrates our commitment to showcasing the skills and talents of our members.”
The MMC Spokesperson, Mr. Salawu Idowu Abiola (DJ Collabo), hailed the debut edition as Nigeria’s premier DJ contest, noting that 16 finalists emerged from intense state and zonal battles. He said the talent on display underscored the depth of creativity within the country’s DJ community.
The road to the finals had been long and competitive, with DJs advancing through rigorous regional contests. The grand finale, earlier scheduled for Ibadan, was disrupted due to security concerns, but DJAN leaders expressed relief that the winners were eventually honoured in Calabar.
Notable media professional and DJAN Southeast Coordinator, Olebara Uchechukwu Anthony Chijioke (Cool DJ Blaze McBede), commended the championship for raising industry standards. He urged Nigerian universities and polytechnics to introduce Disc Jockeying as an academic course, describing the craft as a viable discipline capable of shaping future creative leaders.
The national winners were announced after a high-energy showdown, with DJ Zangar International from Abuja securing the top prize of ₦5 million. DJ Ussy of Kaduna claimed second place with ₦2 million, while DJ Palladium of Rivers State finished third, earning ₦1 million.
Addressing attendees, DJAN President Edeh emphasised the association’s contribution to national development. He appealed for government and corporate support, noting that DJAN is “creating jobs, keeping young people engaged, and producing creative exports representing Nigeria globally.” He called for greater investment in the creative sector, which he described as a powerful tool for economic transformation.
