King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall known by many as KWAM1 or K1 de ultimate was bereaved recently.

The news of the passing of his mother, Alhaja Halima Shadiya Anifowoshe aged 105 sprung round the world of Fuji Music and the Nigerian public at large. According to Muslim customs, she was buried same day of her passing and within the next 24 hours after the news was made public, family, friends and fans took to their social media pages to express their condolences to the Fuji Maestro.

Labour Party, 2023 Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi took to his Twitter page a few days ago to express his condolences to KWAM 1 on his mother’s passing and that of his ex-wife, Alhaja Hafsat Ajoke Anifowoshe who passed away few days before his mother. In a video shared on Instagram, we could see the Fuji maestro on a call with His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu who consoled him on his bereavement and words of prayers was poured to him also.  

Fuji superstars, Malaika and Pasuma were among the notable figures who attended the burial ceremony in Ijebu Ode to support the legendary, KWAM 1. Their presence added a touch of grandeur to the event, showcasing the deep respect shared within the Fuji music community. The ceremony was also graced by KWAM 1’s children and extended family members, who came together to celebrate his mother’s legacy and pay their final respects. It was a heartfelt gathering that reflected the love, unity, and deep connections that many have for him. 

 But to many, shortly after the burial, the Fuji maestro was seen performing at a wedding in Lagos later that day. A few found it unsettling that he would be out working so soon but many stood out supporting his professionalism, commitment to service and a true testament of what it is to be a man at such a trying time. Many hailed the Fuji maestro for this admirable gesture but at some point during the performance, he couldn’t help it as he got emotional. As tears rolled down and his emotions fought hard to express itself on his ever delightful face.  His son, Femi Ayinde Marshal was there by his side to console him and extend empathy. 

As the days rolled on into the eight days fidau prayers, several personalities stormed Wasiu’s Ojushagbola Palace, Ijebu Ode to celebrate the life of his late mother. Some faces at the occasion were Chief Adebola Dosunmu, the Akinsiku of Lagos; Otunba Sesan Rufai; Lagos NURTW Chairman, Alhaji Mustapha Adekunle (Aka Sego), Ogun State NURTW Chairman, Alhaji Akibu Efele, Fathia Balogun, Amokade Olatayo (Aka Ijebu) among other esteemed guests.