Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed his condolences to Fuji music maestro King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, on the passing of his beloved mother, Alhaja Halima Shadiya Anifowoshe.
The governor acknowledged that Alhaja Anifowoshe, who passed away peacefully at the age of 105, lived a fulfilled life and witnessed her children and grandchildren achieve great heights during her lifetime.
In a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu urged K1 and the family, friends, and associates of the deceased to accept her passing with grace and to honor her memory.
The governor described Alhaja Anifowoshe as a strong supporter and pillar of strength for King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, noting that her prayers, unwavering support, and encouragement significantly contributed to her son’s illustrious career as a music icon in the country.
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“On behalf of my family, the state government and the people of Lagos State, I sympathise with the Nigerian Fuji legend, K1 De Ultimate, on the demise of his beloved mother and matriarch of the family, Alhaja Halima Shadiya Anifowoshe.
“I also send my heartfelt condolences to all the children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family members, and the entire Ijebu-Ode community over the death of Alhaja Anifowoshe.
“Alhaja Anifowose was a strong supporter and pillar of strength for King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, and her prayers, unwavering support, and encouragement played a significant role in her son’s illustrious career as a music icon in Nigeria.
“It is no doubt that Alhaja Anifowoshe lived a fulfilled life at age 105 and saw her children and grandchildren attain great heights while she was alive. While we mourn the transition to glory of Mama, we must express gratitude to God for a life well spent,” the governor said.
“It is my prayer that God will comfort King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, the entire family of the deceased, and all the loved ones she left behind. May the Almighty Allah grant the soul of Alhaja Halima Shadiya Anifowoshe eternal rest,” he prayed.
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