Popular Nigerian musician, Olanrewaju Fasasi, popularly known as Sound Sultan, has died following a battle with cancer.
Sound Sultan, who became popular in the late 1990’s for his hit song, BODMAS, died at the age of 44 after battling Angioimmunoblastic T-Cell Lymphoma.
This was disclosed in a statement signed by Dr. Kayode Fasasi on behalf of the Fasasi family.
The statement read, “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our multitalented veteran singer, rapper, songwriter Olanrewaju Fasasi aka Sound Sultan.
“He passed away at the age of 44 following a hard-fought battle with Angioimmunoblastic T-Cell Lymphoma.
“He is survived by his wife, three children and his siblings.
“We, his family will appreciate the utmost privacy as we come to grips with this tragic loss”, the statement read.