- The mother of Afrobeats singer Wizkid, Jane Dolapo Balogun, passed away in London.
- Wizkid, also known as, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun was born on July 26, 1990, in Surulere, Lagos, and was raised by a Muslim father and a Christian mother in a polygamous environment.
- Her steadfast support and regular attendance at Wizkid gigs served as a symbol of her unshakable devotion to his profession.
- This heartbreaking revelation comes months after Wizkid’s mother seemed healthy and happy at a concert by seasoned fuji artist King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, where she noticed her presence and showered her with N1000 notes.
- Sunday Are, Wizkid’s manager, verified the information to Saturday Vanguard.
- The cause of Wizkid’s mum’s death is not yet known or shared publicly. It is alleged she battled cancer and received medical care in a London hospital. Wizkid supported her throughout her illness.
- The 64-year-old mother left behind 3 children including Wizkid.
- Many fans and celebrities have expressed their condolences and prayers for Wizkid and his family on social media. Davido, one of Wizkid’s rivals in the industry, tweeted: “Sadness flies away on the wings of time.
- Praying for you bro @wizkidayo. Other fans also shared their tributes and memories of Wizkid’s mum online.
