South African based model cum Singer, Pius 'CodRead' Okaba is an indigene of Obudu, Cross Rivers who left Nigeria for South Africa in 2005 after his decision to strut the runways in other countries where he made his mark.

CodRead started making music in 1999 under the pseudonym, Boldman and in 2000 formed a group “Beat Block Boys” with his brother. His kind of music cuts across various genres such as; Jamaican reggae/dance-hall with fusion of afro-pop blend.

He was nominated at the last edition of the Nigeria Music Video Awards (NMVA) for the video of his song Patricia Feat. Buffalo Souljah and he is set to make an impact on the Nigerian Music scene. He released a single titled Go Crazy featuring the highly creative musician and producer – Terry G. The 'Go crazy' record enjoyed airplay on radio stations in South Africa and on charts on Nigerian Radio.

This new record - konko featuring Maye Hunta is described as a representative of the company – 107 Records, a subsidiary of Nova Entertainment as 'Fela meets pop'.

His self titled debut album would feature Maye Hunta, Buffalo Souljah, Danny Boy and Terry G.