Nigerian music legend and reggae icon Majekodunmi Fasheke, popularly known as Majek Fashek, is dead.
The legendary singer tagged rainmaker died at the age of 57.
His death was confirmed by his manager, Omenka Uzoma, on the late singer’s official Instagram page.
The post on Instagram read: ““Today been having pressure calls, well it is true that the African No 1 Legendary ICON has gone to be with the LORD his Maker,” he said.
“Let celebrate him, his achievements, and his family, whatever decisions made by his immediate family will be notified.”
He added that the public will be notified on further decisions.
However, the cause of the death of music icon is yet to be disclosed.
Majek was born in Benin-City, Edo state
He started his music career in the 80s and was popular for the 1988 album ‘Prisoner of Conscience’, which included the multiple award-winning single “Send Down the Rain.”
Until his death, he was one of Nigeria’s surviving Reggae music legend, Majek attracted international attention in the 80s while making waves with multiple hit songs.
The reggae music legend would no doubt be missed in the music world.
