Talented singer Sound Sultan dies at 44

Nigerian entertainment industry is currently in sad mood following the death of talented singer, song writer, Olanrewaju Fasasi, popularly known as Sound Sultan.

The singer died 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 in part “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our multi-talented veteran singer, rapper, songwriter Olanrewaju Fasasi aka Sound Sultan".

Musicians including Femi Kuti, Faze and some others have reacted to the sudden death of Sound Sultan saying he will live forever in their hearts.

In May, it was reported that Sound Sultan was diagnosed with cancer and was in the United States undergoing treatment.

This had many fans and well-wishers saying prayers for his speedy recovery on social media.

Sound Sultan (born Olanrewaju Abdul-Ganiu Fasasi on November 27, 1976 - 11 July 2021) was a Nigerian rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, comedian and recording artist. He was regarded as one of the pacesetters of modern hip hop music in Nigeria.

Sound Sultan married Chichi Morah, now known as Farida Fasasi. The couple have three children together.

Sound Sultan

On May 12, 2021, it was reported that Sound Sultan is somewhere in America where he was undergoing chemotherapy for throat cancer. Unfortunately, he died on July 11, 2021 at the age of 44 as a result of the illness.

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