Ebenezer Obey, born 3 April 1942, is a Nigerian jùjú musician, who was nicknamed the “Chief Commander.” Obey, whose full name is Ebenezer Remilekun Aremu Olasupo Obey-Fabiyi, was born in Idogo, Ogun State, Nigeria of Egba–Yoruba ethnic background. He is of the Owu subgroup of the Egba.
His father married more than three wives; while his mother is the second wife. His elder sister, Mrs. Grace Olasunbo Akinyede (nee Fabiyi) and Obey, are into music. Obey’s first contact with music was in my primary school where he was attracted to the school band by one of the members.
