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The Lijadu Sisters were a renowned Nigerian singing duo consisting of identical twins Taiwo and Kehinde, born on October 22, 1948, in Jos, Nigeria. They were active from the mid-1960s until the 1980s, blending genres such as Afrobeat, funk, reggae, disco, and Memphis soul. The sisters gained prominence in the 1970s music scene, known for their tight harmonies and innovative use of synthesizers within funky Afro-beat grooves. Initially starting as backing vocalists, they released their first single, "Iya Mi Jowo," in 1968. Their career took a significant turn when they met Ginger Baker, the drummer of Cream/Africa 70, and performed with his band Salt at the 1972 Munich Olympic Games. With the help of multi-instrumentalist and producer Biddy Wright, the Lijadu Sisters recorded four albums for Decca's Afrodisia imprint: "Danger" (1976), "Mother Africa" (1977), "Sunshine" (1978), and "Horizon Unlimited" (1979). Their unique sound garnered immense popularity in Nigeria and attracted international attention. The Lijadu Sisters passed away on November 9, 2019.

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