BUILDING PEACE IN WEST AFRICA THROUGH MUSIC- JUSTIN KINGLAND

Jkl4real is a Multi- Award-winning Malaysia-based Nigerian artiste presently in Ghana. His personal experience of violent conflict in his home country (Nigeria) moved him to use music to send a positive message to young people. Through his songs, his international performances, and his Record lable (4real records )and other initiatives, he raises awareness of the power and importance of peace building.

To date, his accolades ,2-time African Entertainment AE Awards , Best Reggae/Dancehall (Solo/Group) 2011, Best Inspirational Song/Music. He has also been awarded Winner 1st Indie Music Channel Award Hollywood California (USA) for Best World Music Artist & Best World Music Song.

Jkl4real has explore over 15 countries in his careers, which  inspired him to develop real love for music . He sought ways to express his feelings and his hopes through his songs, and to communicate about important issues to a broader audience

“Every peace mission I’ve been on has been dangerous, but this journey to elecection 2016  is without question the most perilous, and in my opinion—the most important, “People everywhere are concerned about the escalating violence in West Africa, but they don’t feel empowered to be part of the solution. That is what i'm  about to change.” said jkl4real on 4REAL TALK (4REAL TV)

He shared his thoughts on the electoral process, underscoring the need for a measures to be  put in place for a peaceful election 2016 in Ghana

It may sound crazy to some, but it's not the first time jkl4real has  to sing and pray for peace. While it might be dangerous.