Tragedy strikes as legendary Zaar singer, John Zuya passes away after alleged food poisoning.
Jeremy Nyuwa confirmed John Zuya’s passing via a post on the microbiolgging platform, X (formerly Twitter).
Details Of John Zuya’s Passing
Jeremy Nyuwa highlighted the irreplaceable loss the Zaar tribe has suffered with John Zuya’s passing, paying tribute to the legendary singer’s hit songs
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Finally confirmed the passing away of John Zuya the legendary Zaar (Sayawa) musician. The Zaar tribe is shaken by this unspeakable tragedy.
His hit song, Shawarana zuwa sarakunawa, “a bar matasa su mori duniya” among many others, lives on and popular with the youths. RIP.
John Zuya’s Biography
John Zuya, also known as John Mai Molo, was a renowned Nigerian traditional musician and singer from Bauchi State.
He was celebrated for his humorous stage performances, culturally rich songs, and satire. Zuya had recently returned from Lagos on October 16, 2025, where he performed at several cultural events before his tragic passing.
John Zuya passed away on October 18, 2025, after allegedly consuming poisoned food in Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area of Bauchi State.
He was rushed to Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) in Bauchi, where he was pronounced dead around 7:00 a.m. A
Meanwhile, an autopsy is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding his demise.
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