Shasha Damilola Alesh better known as Dice Ailes has been appointed as a National Youth Ambassador for Sport by the Federal Minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung.
DAILY NIGERIAN reports that Mr Alesh who is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and rapper signed a record deal with Chocolate City in July 2014 and was nominated for Rookie of the Year at The Headies 2016.
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The appointment which took place at the National Sports festival in Abuja was icing on the cake after Dice Ailes wowed fans with his fans favourite hits.
Speaking on this proud moment, Dice Ailes said he felt honoured to be given such great recognition, adding that he was on top of the world.
“After being singled out of up to 70% of Nigeria’s 180 million population to serve as the points-person, maybe I’m on cloud 9,” he stated.
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With this new development, Dice Ailes has joined the list of celebrities who have been recognised by prestigious organisations and establishments for their contributions in society.
Recall that a few weeks ago, DJ Cuppy was also made an ambassador by the international non-governmental organisation, Save The Children, UK.