The Tyler Fray Foundation, an initiative of a board member of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) Ms Aisha Falode, was launched on Monday at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island Lagos.
The groundbreaking initiative unveiled in a statement on Monday represents a significant step in empowering the nation’ youth to achieve their dreams and establish ending careers in the music industry.
The program was officially launched on Monday at the Civic Centre in Lagos, attended by an array of prominent personalities from the world of sports , music, governance, and business.
Emmanuel Adejoh, Moses Ajetomobi, John Chima, and two others are the first set of students to benefit from the Tyler Fray Foundation. Two will go for Advanced Diploma while the rest will pursue diploma courses.
Among the distinguished guests was Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the Nigerian Sports Commission, who delivered a keynote address , other notable figures Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Festus Keyamo who both were represented, signaling the federal government endorsement.
Otunba Dele Momodu publisher of Ovation Magazine, CEO of Brilla FM Larry Izamoje, media Entrepreneur Kadaria Ahmed and a host of highly notable Nigerians reflecting the widespread admiration and endorsement the initiative has garnered.
The scholarship offers recipients mentorship, access to industry networks, and opportunities to showcase their talents on prominent platforms with the aim of nurturing growth and confidence required to succeed in the music industry.
The scholarship program is rooted in the legacy of Oloruntoba Oluwadamilola Falode fondly remembered as Tyler Fray. Tyler, the beloved son of Aisha Falode whose life was tragically cut short.
The Tyler Fray Foundation, in collaboration with Ten Strings Music School, has announced an empowering music scholarship for young Nigerian talents in the music industry.
This initiative aims to support aspiring musicians in pursuing their dreams and building careers in the music industry.
The foundation was inspired by the life of Oloruntoba Oluwadamilola Falode, popularly known as Tyler Fray, a talented music artiste and producer.
Tyler tragically passed away on 15th February 2014, at the age of 19 Dubai, where he was studying to become a music professional.
