Mary Afi Usuah was a pioneering Nigerian soprano and one of West Africa’s most acclaimed classical and opera singers. Trained at the Accademia di Santa Cecilia in Rome, she brought a powerful blend of African expressiveness and European classical technique to concert halls worldwide. Usuah performed with renowned orchestras across Europe and Africa and inspired generations as a voice teacher at the University of Calabar. Her artistry bridged cultures and set a lasting standard for vocal excellence in Nigeria’s classical music scene.