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Nigerian Gospel Singer Aduke Gold Passes Away at 41
Nigerian gospel singer Aduke Ajayi, widely recognized by her stage name Aduke Gold, has passed away. The news of her death was confirmed on Tuesday, August 13, by fellow gospel artist Esther Igbekele, who shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, writing, “A general has fallen. Aduke Gold #RIP [Rest in Peace].”
Reports indicate that Aduke Gold died on Monday. She gained prominence in the gospel music scene with her evocative song “Nitori Ogo,” which translates to “Because of Glory.”
Her soulful voice and uplifting messages resonated deeply with audiences, and she continued to be celebrated for her contributions to gospel music. Some of her notable tracks available on Apple Music include “Shina Ayo,” “No Be Joke,” “Temidayo,” “Gbemiga,” and her latest release, “Kobo.”
Originally from Osun State, Aduke Gold earned her undergraduate degree in History and International Relations from Lagos State University (LASU). She was also a distinguished child educator, holding an advanced degree in Child Psychology and a Diploma in Montessori Education from the United Kingdom.
Her educational pursuits didn’t stop there; she also acquired various diplomas in Special Education, Aquaculture, Cake Making, Cookery and Decoration, Music Rudiments, Business, and Piano.
Aduke Gold was particularly noted for her work with children with special needs, including those with autism, cerebral palsy, and dyslexia. Her commitment to these children was evident in her extensive qualifications and her practical experience in the field.
Beyond her professional achievements, Aduke Gold’s life story was marked by profound personal struggles. She became an orphan at the young age of four and faced significant hardships growing up.
She shared her experiences on social media, recounting her early days of selling items such as slippers, yams, and fried fish, and working at a frozen foods store where she packed fish heads. She also learned to cook with firewood during times when kerosene was scarce.
Aduke Gold’s legacy encompasses her musical contributions, her remarkable journey through adversity, and her dedication to helping children with special needs. As of now, the cause of her death has not been officially disclosed, and there has been no formal statement from her family or management.
Her passing leaves a notable void in the gospel music community and among those whose lives she touched through her work and inspiring story.
Two Nigerian music stars, Rema and Asake, have earned a place in former U.S. President Barack Obama’s annual list of favorite songs for 2024.
On Saturday, Obama shared his handpicked selection of tracks from the year, and both artists’ songs were included.
Rema’s hit single Yayo and Asake’s collaboration with Travis Scott on Active made the prestigious list..
The list also saw the inclusion of another African artist, South Africa’s Tyla, who was featured for her song Jump, a track featuring Gunna and Skillibeng.
In addition to the African stars, Nigerian-American singers Shaboozey and Jordan Adetunji also appeared on Obama’s playlist.
Shaboozey’s A Bar Song and Adetunji’s Kehlani were celebrated for their unique sound, adding diversity to the mix.
As expected, the list also featured big names from the global music scene, with legendary artists like Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, and Karol G all making an appearance.
These mainstream stars continue to dominate the music industry, but Obama’s inclusion of emerging artists such as Rema and Asake shows his appreciation for a variety of musical genres.
On sharing his list with his followers via X (formerly Twitter), Obama encouraged fans to explore the tracks, saying, “Here are my favorite songs from this year!
Check them out if you’re looking to shake up your playlist, and let me know if there’s a song or artist I should make sure to listen to.”
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2. Loading
3. Lagos Boys
4. First Of All
5. Durosoke
6. Eni Duro
7. Wo!!
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