- Commander Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, has reached out to K1, to share his condolences on the loss of his mother.
- Note that KWAM 1’s mother died at the age of 105 and was buried in accordance with Islamic practices.
- Following her death, the Fuji singer has received kind messages from thoughtful Nigerians.
Commander Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, one of the early influencers in Nigerian music, has reached out to Fuji star King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, known as KWAM 1 or K1, to share his condolences on the loss of his mother, Alhaja Halimah Abike Akeredolu Adesanya.
Note that KWAM 1’s mother died at the age of 105 and was buried in accordance with Islamic practices.
Following her death, the Fuji singer has received kind messages from thoughtful Nigerians, including a condolence call from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
A touching video that went viral showed KWAM 1 bowing respectfully while Obey prayed for him in Yoruba.
In response, the Fuji star was delighted to host Obey and prayed for the Juju musician’s longevity.
While KWAM is an important player in the Fuji genre, Chief Ebenezer Obey has more experience, having launched his career in the mid-1950s after moving to Lagos.
He was previously with Fatai Rolling-Dollar’s band before starting The International Brothers in 1964, where he mixed highlife and jùjú styles. This group later transformed into the Inter-Reformers in the early 1970s, releasing numerous hit Juju albums under the West African Decca label.
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See some comments below:
@emperorjamalofficial said: “Huge respect to the legendary juju singer, Ebenezer Obey.”
@olubunmiadegbule wrote: “Thank you, Baba Ebenezer Obey.”
@feh0208 reacted: “Am impressed with this visit.”
@yetmaks commented: “Baba Obey really loves K1, thank you sir.”
@haboyrecords said: “k1 is like a grandson to him , chief commander happens to be a father and a mentor to late sikiru ayinde barrister which is K1 boss.”
@yomitunmibi wrote: “Chief commander, commander of all musics….commander of Kings of music.. Ajepe aye baba!”
@smar.tautos wrote: “Grand father Evangelist Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi Ki OLOHUN OBA ELEDUMARE Jeki ari yin pe Seriously, i remembered very well this is how you visited K1 2years ago when K1 was installed as OLORI OMO Of Ijebuland.”
@takecaredna said: “K1 embraces the Yoruba spirit of respect and humility in all that he does.True strength lies in humility, and respect opens doors to greatness!”
@fembrai commented: “Culturally when elders his praying you will remove your cap except king.”
