Duncan Mighty Sets Sights on PhD, Takes Break from Music for Education

Duncan Mighty, the Nigerian singer known as the “Port Harcourt First Son,” has made a commitment to pursue a Doctorate of Philosophy degree, also known as a Ph.D.

In a recent interview with 3Music TV in Accra, Ghana, Duncan Mighty shared that he temporarily stepped away from music to prioritize his education. He disclosed that he holds a Master of Science degree in Acoustics from Freiburg University in Germany.

“Taking a break from music wasn’t a difficult decision. Most importantly, you must be able to equip yourself. You must be in charge of your career or business. For me, talent is not enough, music is not enough, ” he said.

“I have to back it up with education. Studying in an international community like Freiburg University… It is not an English-speaking university. You had to do Dutch language courses for six months, then you would be admitted to school.

“But I give God praise. I think education is the only thing that remains with you even in old age. So if you cannot go to school when you parents could send, you should go when you can send yourself. That was why I took a break from music. I’m not done with education yet. I must have a PhD.”