Omenka Uzoma
Nigerian celebrities mourn deceased Majek Fashek
Nigerian celebrities have taken to their social media platforms to mourn the death of Music Legend, Majekodunmi Fasheke, a.k.a Majek Fashek. Fashek’s a.k.a rain maker’s death was announced by his manager, Omenka Uzoma, through a short video on his instagram page. Some of the celebrities include Chibuzor Azubuike a.k.a Phyno, Olanrewaju Fasasi, a.k.a Sound Sultan displayed the reggae artist pictures on their Instagram pages. Other include Yomi Black, Bimbo Esho, actress Toyin Adegbola and Jude Okoye were not equally left out. Phyno wrote: “Rest in peace, Legend.” Sound Sultan had this on his page: “Rest in peace, power Majek.” Yomi Black wrote:” Rest in peace, Majek Fashek.” Also, Bimbo Esho, Chief Executive Officer, Evergreen Musical Company, mourned the late reggae maestro as she wrote ” ...
Nigerian Reggae Music Icon, Majek Fashek Dies in New York at Age 71 | Rest in Peace Legend!
Majekodunmi Fasheke, popularly known as Majek Fashek is Dead! The Reggae musician, Majek Fashek born in 1949 has died at the age of 71 in New York, USA. In the late 80s and early 90s, Majek Fashek was a top reggae act both in Nigeria and Africa. He was also one of the earliest Nigerian music stars to get an international record deal and also make appearances on American TV shows where he performed. Majek’s 1988 album ‘Prisoner of Conscience’ and the single ‘Send Down the Rain’ became a major hit worldwide and garnered multiple awards, including Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria’s album of the year in 1989. It was followed by ‘So Long for Too Long’ in 1991, which incorporated haunting vocals with the artist’s captivating rhythm. The musician also known as The Rainmaker, has w...
