Nigerian music scene, legendary Fuji musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has lost his mother, Alhaja Halima Shadiya Anifowoshe, who passed away at the remarkable age of 105.
The matriarch of the Marshal family was a pillar of support throughout the celebrated musician’s career, during which he revolutionized the Fuji music genre and earned the prestigious title of “Mayegun of Yorubaland” from the Alaafin of Oyo.
While details surrounding her passing have not been fully disclosed, sources close to the family indicate that Alhaja Anifowoshe lived a fulfilled life, witnessing her son’s rise to become one of Nigeria’s most influential musicians. Her longevity was particularly noteworthy, having lived through several significant eras in Nigeria’s history.
King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, known for hits such as “Talazo” and “Fuji Time,” has often spoken about his mother’s influence on his life and career. Her support was instrumental in his early days as a musician when he was developing his unique style of Fuji music.
The loss of Alhaja Halima Shadiya Anifowoshe marks the end of an era for both the Marshal family and the broader Nigerian cultural landscape. Funeral arrangements are expected to follow Islamic traditions, though specific details have not yet been announced.
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Seunmanuel Faleye is a brand and communications strategist. He is a covert writer and an overt creative head. He publishes Apple’s Bite International Magazine.
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