Oby Onyioha is a pioneering Nigerian singer and songwriter best known for her 1981 hit “I Want to Feel Your Love,” a cornerstone of Nigeria’s early disco and funk scene. With her smooth vocals and modern sound, she helped define a new era of contemporary African pop. A graduate in sociology who later pursued advanced studies abroad, Oby blended intellectual depth with musical creativity, leaving a lasting influence on Nigeria’s evolving musical landscape and inspiring a generation of female artists.