Connect with us

Entertainment

Victor Uwaifo Did Not Die Of COVID-19 Complications – Family

Published

on

The son of deceased music maestro, Prof. Sir Victor Uwaifo, has debunked rumours that his father died of the dreaded COVID-19.

The music legend died Saturday in Benin at the age of 80.

Son of the deceased, Goodman Osarentin Uwaifo, who spoke in company of his sister, Mrs. Evelyn Oghonmwen insisted that his father died from complications resulting from pneumonia and not COVID-19.

Advertisement

Goodman, the third son of the music icon said that the elder Uwaifo was rushed to Stella Obasanjo Hospital in Benin on Friday and passed on at about 4pm from untreated pneumonia.

He said: “I want to use this opportunity to clear this misinformation. We have heard rumours going around that our father, Sir Victor Uwaifo died of COVID-19. It is not true. He died of pneumonia and not COVID-19. He was rushed to the hospital on Friday and passed on the following day on Saturday August 28. We did the necessary tests. He was treated for pneumonia.”

His house on Victor Uwaifo Avenue off College Road was a beehive of activities as people from different walks of life and neighbours trooped in to condole with the octogenarian’s children.

Advertisement

In deep distress, the younger Uwaifo, a pastor confessed that he is yet to come to grip with the loss of his father but had been able to weather the storm because of his strong faith in God.

He said in low tone: “I have mixed feelings over his sudden death. Before he passed on, I had different feelings. I am yet to accept the reality of his death I am very very sad. I am able to bear because of my calling as a pastor. I will not respond emotionally as my brothers and sisters are doing because of my calling as a pastor. I am really sad.”

He said that his father will be remembered for his works which he said are evergreen, noting that people like the multi talented musicians are hard to come by.

Advertisement

READ ALSO: Shaibu, UNIBEN, Rep Member Mourn Victor Uwaifo

A message on his son, Peter de Rock facebook page confirmed news of his father’s death which filtered into the Edo State capital on Saturday night.

The cause of the death could not be ascertained as Peter Uwaifo, a budding musician simply wrote on his Facebook page: “Daddy why did you leave us now? Prof. Sir Victor Uwaifo has gone to rest. Black Saturday for me one week after collaborating with me.”

Advertisement

Born on March1,1941, the music legend was a writer, sculptor, musical instrument inventor and university lecturer.

He was the Edo State Commissioner for Arts, Culture and Tourism during former Governor Lucky Igbinedion’s administration and was the winner of the first gold disc in Africa (Joromi) released in 1965 and seven other gold discs in Guitar boy, Arabade, Ekassa series and Akwete music.

READ ALSO: Sir Victor Uwaifo, ‘Joromi’ Crooner Dies At 80

Advertisement

 

Entertainment

Organizers Cancel Burna Boy’s US Shows After Fans Refused To Buy Tickets

Published

on

The singer ‘No Sign of Weakness’ US tours including tonight’s performance scheduled for November 28, 2025, at The Armory in Minneapolis was abruptly cancelled after fans failed to buy tickets.

Ticketmaster announced the last minute cancellation on its website on Thursday.

Today’s show was cancelled with another concert scheduled for December 1, 2025, in Chicago.

Advertisement

READ ALSO:Burna Boy Reveals Fighting Secret Battles

While the tour failed to provide a specific reason for the cancellation, the development came amid the public criticism directed at
Burna Boy after he walked out a couple for sleeping during his performance at Colorado.

The viral video of the incident sparked controversy, which intensified after the singer, while reacting to his critics during an Instagram live session, said “he only wants supporters who buy his tickets and not fans”.

Advertisement

It was later reported that the woman who slept during his performance was grieving a recent personal loss.

Confirming the cancellation, Burna Boy in a post on his Instagram story on Friday morning shared a direct link from the ticketing website, showing that the two concerts were cancelled.

 

Advertisement
Continue Reading

Entertainment

My Father Regretted Funding My Education After I Became Skit Maker – Sabinus

Published

on

Nigerian comedian, Emmanuel Ejekwu, popularly known as Sabinus, has revealed that his father didn’t initially support his decision to become a comedian.

In a candid interview with VJ Adams, Sabinus explained that his dad wanted him to be a lawyer but he eventually settled for Linguistics and Communication Studies after failing to secure a law admission.

He recalled that it was while studying at the University of Port Harcourt that he discovered his comedy talent and start making skits.

Advertisement

The comedian said when his dad found out that he was a skit maker, he regretted funding his education and described the profession as “stupid business.”

READ ALSO:Why I Don’t Promote Nudity With My Skits – Sabinus

Sabinus said, “At first, my dad never wanted me to be what I am today, he wanted me to be a lawyer. I tried my best but I couldn’t secure a law admission. So, I had to settle for Linguistics and Communication Studies at Uniport.

Advertisement

“It was on the campus that I saw skit making and I decided to try it out. Money wasn’t coming.

“After I graduated, my dad never knew I was a comedian because I was hiding it. It was one more year after school that he started seeing me on comedy show posters. My sisters confirmed to him that I was into comedy. He was very furious. He fumed, ‘Which comedy? Stupid business. Look at the boy I sent to become a lawyer.’”

The comedian added that his dad eventually gave him his blessings after he started gifting him money from his proceeds from comedy.

Advertisement
Continue Reading

Entertainment

My First Son Not Interested In Taking After Me – 2Face Reveals Nino’s Ambition

Published

on

Legendary Nigerian musician, Innocent Idibia, popular known 2Face, has revealed that his first son, Nino, isn’t interested taking after him by becoming a musician.

Despite Nino being a talented sax player, his father revealed that his ambition is to become a medical doctor.

The African Queen crooner disclosed this while bringing Nino on stage at an event in Abuja, marking his 25 years in music industry.

Advertisement

“Making some noise for my son Nino, mehn,” he tells the crowd as he brings the lad on stage.

READ ALSO:2Face Idibia Reacts To Alleged Arrest In London [VIDEO]

He said he doesn’t want to be a singer. He wants to be a doctor,” he added amid cheers from the crowd.

Advertisement

2Face’s first son, Nino Idibia, was born on January 15, 2006, to him and his former baby mama, Sumbo Adeoye.

Nino is a saxophonist, a model and social media influencer.

Children following their parents’ footsteps is a common phenomenon in the Nigerian music industry.

Advertisement

Wizkid’s first son, Boluwatife Balogun recently launched his musical career at the age of 14 with his debut EP ‘Champions’ Arrival’ under the stage name, Champz.

 

Advertisement
Continue Reading

Trending