Veteran Nigerian singer, Olanrewaju Fasasi, popularly known as Sound Sultan has passed on. Two months ago, news of the singer battling throat cancer hit the media. However, there are unconfirmed reports that the music star was undergoing chemotherapy at a hospital in the United States.
He had a blossoming career. In the 1990s, he started his career and his first single “Jagbajantis” was released in 2000. This song was a hit in Nigeria. He went on to release other tracks before he signed on to Kennis Music. For his exemplary lifestyle and career, the music icon was made a UN Ambassador for Peace in 2012.
Reactions trail his passing
Big Brother Naija star, Nengi Rebecca Hampson said, ‘’RIP Sound Sultan. Your legacy would never be forgotten. May God grant his family strength to bear this great loss. ‘’Natural Something’’ was my ringtone for the longest time. It’s so sad.’’
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Senator Shehu Sani tweeted, ‘’Sound Sultan; he sang for the souls and he will now be resting in peace. Adieu.’’
Human rights activist, Aisha Yesufu said, ‘’Moments like this just make me wonder whether life itself is worth it! Really hoped he was going to come and give us a testimony himself. Kai! Every soul shall taste death. Sound Sultan has tasted his, remaining us……May his soul rest in peace!’’
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Leo Dasilva tweeted, ‘’Really terrible news about Sound Sultan. May his soul rest in peace. A true legend. One of the first celebrities to come out for the first EndSARS protest. Amazing man wow”
Frank Edoho posted, ‘’The nicest, most humble and talented person you could ever know. Sound Sultan! Rest in peace.’’
Dr. Dipo Awojide commented, ‘’Sound Sultan wasn’t about the bitches, money, cars, and necklace. He sang about societal issues. Bad education. Corruption. Incompetence. Poverty. He challenged and criticized political leaders. He was a solid artist.’’
Before his passing on 11 July, the singer was married to Farida and they had three children. May his soul rest in peace.
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