Popular Luo Ohangla musician Prince Indah has been awarded the prestigious Order of the Grand Warrior of Kenya (OGW) title.
Culture, Arts & Heritage PS Ummi Bashir conferred the honour, citing his contribution to promoting cultural music.
“Today, I had the honour of presiding over the investiture of celebrated Luo Ohangla musician, Evance Ochieng Owino, popularly known as @princeindah, with the Order of the Grand Warrior of Kenya (O.G.W.) medal, awarded by His Excellency the President @WilliamsRuto on 12th December, 2024,” she said in a social media post.
“This recognition celebrates his outstanding contribution to the promotion of cultural music and artistic excellence in our Republic. As a State Department we stand proud in acknowledging the transformative power of music and arts,” she added.
Today, I had the honour of presiding over the investiture of celebrated Luo Ohangla musician, Evance Ochieng Owino, popularly known as @princeindah , with the Order of the Grand Warrior of Kenya (O.G.W.) medal, awarded by His Excellency The President @WilliamsRuto on 12th… pic.twitter.com/fV8lzZ11Pr
— Ummi Bashir, CBS (@UmmiMBashir) August 12, 2025
The OGW is a presidential award given to individuals in recognition of outstanding service to the nation, including acts of bravery, courage and sacrifice. Recipients come from diverse fields, including public service, the military and civilian life.
Born Evans Ochieng Owino in Siaya County, Prince Indah is known for his soulful compositions and electrifying live performances.
His music blends traditional African rhythms with contemporary elements, often recorded in his native language.
Indah’s path to success was shaped by early hardship. After losing both parents, he moved to Nairobi, taking on manual jobs to survive.
Inspired by his uncle, celebrated Ohangla artist Emma Jalamo, he joined the Ramogi Ohangla Rhumba (R.O.R) Band as a shaker and drummer before becoming a backup singer.
His stage name reflects his position as the musical successor to Jalamo, who is widely known as the “King of Ohangla.”