Renowned Nigerian Fuji maestro, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, popularly known as KWAM 1 or K1 De Ultimate, has been hit by a double tragedy following the death of his mother, Halima Anifowoshe, at the age of 105.
KWAM 1 shared the heartbreaking news on his social media platforms, posting a photo of himself with his late mother and the caption, “Inna Lillahi wa inna ilayhi Raji’un. RIP Mama.”
This loss comes just days after the passing of his wife, Alhaja Hafsat Ajoke Anifowoshe, who succumbed to an undisclosed illness on Tuesday. She was buried the same day at Abari Cemetery, Lagos, in accordance with Islamic rites.
Reacting to the tragic news, Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, extended his condolences to the Fuji legend via X.
“On behalf of my family, I sincerely sympathize with the popular Fuji maestro, Alhaji Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, known as K1 De Ultimate (KWAM 1), who recently suffered double bereavement,” Obi wrote.
He described the deaths of KWAM 1’s mother and wife within a short span as a tragic loss, adding, “I commiserate with him and his entire family during this challenging period of mourning. May Almighty Allah grant them the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss, forgive the sins of the departed, and grant them eternal rest.”
The Fuji maestro’s double loss has drawn an outpouring of condolences from fans, colleagues, and notable figures across the nation, as many rally around the iconic musician during this time of sorrow.
