Nigerian reggae music legend, Majekodunmi Fasheke, popularly known and addressed as Majek Fashek, has died, according to his manager, Omenka Uzoma.
The news of his death was shared on the late singer’s official twitter handle, early Tuesday.
“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,” the manager said.
“Let celebrate him, his achievements, and his family, whatever decisions made by his immediate family will be notified.”
Majek Fashek, also nicknamed the Rainmaker, attracted international attention in 1987, with his award-winning tune, ‘Send down the Rain.’
The 71-years-old Majek Fashek has had a long-running battle with his health.
In November 2019, he was hospitalised at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, London.
