Buhari condoles with Sound Sultan’s family
President Muhammadu Buhari has extended heartfelt condolences to the Fasasi family on the death of renowned singer and songwriter, Olanrewaju Fasasi, popularly known as Sound Sultan, aged 44.
The president in a statement by his spokesman, Mr. Femi Adesina, on Monday in Abuja noted that ”Sound Sultan’s demise is not only a loss to the Nigerian music industry, but to the country as a whole.”
“As a celebrated rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, he lived an exemplary life, achieved several milestones in his career, and contributed greatly to the development of the Nigerian music and entertainment industry through his artistic genius, creativity, and talent, which has inspired many young Nigerians in the industry,” the statement read in part.
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The President prayed for the eternal repose of the soul of the departed and divine peace and comfort for the family, friends, and associates of the deceased.
Olanrewaju Fasasi was kind, generous, and deeply passionate about issues in the country, which reflected in his music and art, and as an avid basketball fan, he made telling contributions to the development of local basketball in the country. The statement read.