Ferdinand Chukwuemeka "DanSatch" Okpara is a celebrated Nigerian musician and a founding member of the iconic Oriental Brothers International Band, based in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria. He was born in 1945.

DanSatch Opara

As a creative force behind the band, DanSatch not only played the role of a lead guitarist but also served as the bassist between 1973 and 1975. The original lineup consisted of five members: Godwin "Kabaka" Okpara (band leader, rhythm guitarist), Christogonus "Warrior" Ezewuiro Obinna (lead singer, also known as Dr. Sir Warrior or Ultimate Dr. Sir Warrior), Fred "Ichita" Ahumaraeze (drummer), and Livinus Akwịla (conga player), also known as "Aquila" in English.

The band's first LP, "Uwa Atualamujo/Ihe Chinyerem," was released in 1973, but it wasn't until their self-titled album in 1974, featuring the hit B2 track "Ihe Oma," that the Oriental Brothers gained widespread recognition. Following the 1977 release of "Nnedinobi," band leader Kabaka left to form his group, the "Kabaka Guitar International Band." DanSatch then took on the role of the band's leader, bringing in bassist Alloy Anyanwu and guitarist Tony Awoma.

In 1978, the group released "Kelechi," a song that praised God and took a subtle jab at Kabaka for underestimating their abilities. However, internal disputes continued, leading Ichita and Aquila to leave and form the "Great Oriental Brothers International Band." DanSatch's response was the song "Eli Rie Ala Rie," which criticized the two for their departure. The Great Oriental's efforts ultimately fell short.

Further disputes erupted in 1979, with Anyanwu and Awoma leaving to create the "State Brothers International." DanSatch's album "Onye Egbula Onye Agbata Obi Ya" that year featured musicians from Congo, Nigeria, and Ghana, and included the track "Ọzọ Wu Iwem," which criticized Anyanwu for taking their work with him. After the release of "Obi Nwanne" in 1980, the Oriental Brothers experienced their final split, with Warrior forming his successful band, "Dr. Sir Warrior and His Oriental Brothers International Band Original."

DanSatch carried on with new vocalist Ishmael and welcomed back Aquila after Ichita's passing. His 1980 album "Onye Ma Uche Chukwu?" was performed by another musician, Dr. Olololo, the leader of the Mbaise Brothers Band. DanSatch continued to produce music until 1986, with the album "Ejim Nke Onye." He later collaborated with Kabaka and Warrior on the 1987 album "Anyi Abiala Ọzọ" and the 1996 album "Oriental Ga-Ebi," before Warrior's passing. Sir Warrior died in 1999 after a prolonged illness meanwhile Ejiogu died shortly before the band's success.

Throughout his career, DanSatch's band ranked fourth in popularity following the split, behind the bands led by Anyanwu, Kabaka, and Warrior. Even after Warrior's passing, DanSatch, Kabaka, Okey (possibly Awoma), Aquila, and Ichita Jr. (in place of his late father) continue to perform live shows in honor of Warrior's memory and to celebrate the legacy of the original Oriental Brothers International Band. 

Their enduring popularity and influence on Nigerian music history are a testament to their unique and original sound.