By Osa Mbonu-Amadi, Arts Editor

Dr. Cletus Famous Nwankwo, whose stage name is N’naya, has come out with his 3rd single, titled “Aloha Mahalo”. N’naya’s  latest single was released March 7, 2025.

The track draws inspiration from the artist’s visit to Honolulu, Hawai, in April 2024, capturing the essence of the city’s vibrant culture and scenic beauty.

The title combines two Hawaiian words: “Aloha,” meaning love, affection, peace, compassion, and mercy, and “Mahalo”, meaning thanks, gratitude, admiration, praise, esteem, regards, or respects.

N’naya’s music blends Afrobeat rhythms with soulful R&B and Pop influences, reflecting his diverse musical background.

N’nya’s first official single, “Jowo”, was released in December 2023, followed by “Angelema” on August 23, 2024.

N’nya, a PhD holder from the University of Leicester, is a lecturer at the Department of Geography and Environmental Sustainability, University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

“Aloha Mahalo” can be listened to on various streaming platforms, including Spotify.