July 12, (THEWILL) – President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday extended his heartfelt condolences to the Fasasi family on the death of renowned singer and songwriter, Olanrewaju Fasasi, popularly known as Sound Sultan.
THEWILL reports that Sound Sultan died of throat cancer at aged 44.
Buhari, in a statement issued on Monday by his Media Adviser, Femi Adesina, noted that Sound Sultan’s death is not only a loss to the Nigerian music industry, but also to the “country as a whole.”
He said: “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 have inspired many young Nigerians in the industry.”
The deceased, the President said, 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.
Buhari prayed for the eternal repose of the soul of the departed and divine peace and comfort for the family, friends and associates.
