Nigerian music artist Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, has lost his mother.
Jane Dolapo Balogun passed away around 1:30 am on Friday.
Wizkid’s long-serving manager, Sunday Are, confirmed the news to PUNCH, stating that Mrs Balogun passed away in the early hours of Friday.
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“Yes, she died this morning, at about 1:30 am,” Are revealed.
Consoling the 33-year-old artist, Wizkid’s fans and well-wishers flooded social media with condolence messages.
Prior to his mother’s demise, Wizkid frequently shared heartfelt stories about her unwavering support toward his craft and his profound affection for her.
The singer had dedicated a song to her titled ‘Mummy Mi’. He also paid tributes to his mum in other songs like ‘Joy’ and ‘Jaiye Jaiye’. He once revealed a tattoo on his hand, bearing the name ‘Morayo’, as a tribute to her.
On her birthday in July 2019, Wizkid broke from his usual practice of not felicitating people on social media and took to Instagram to honour her.
He posted a picture of her and wrote, “My backbone, prayer warrior, my life! I love you. I’ll do anything for you. I will do everything for you. (I wish you) long life.”
Wizkid’s late mother had also expressed her deep affection for the ‘Essence’ singer.
In a 2014 interview, she shared, “I am so glad that he is my son and I’m his mother. I give God all the glory. God has kept him for us and He will continue to do so.”
God have mercy