Popular Yoruba Islamic singer, Rukayat Gawat Oyefeso, has passed away, leaving her fans and the Islamic music community in mourning. The news of her death was shared on Tuesday morning by Ilorin-based cleric Alfa Aribidesi At-Tawdeeh on his official Facebook page.
Rukayat Gawat Oyefeso was well-known for her captivating voice and deeply spiritual music that resonated with many in the Muslim community. Her songs, often infused with religious teachings, gained her a large following, making her one of the most beloved figures in the Islamic music scene in Nigeria.
Details surrounding her death have not yet been fully disclosed, but the news has already sent shockwaves through her fanbase, with tributes pouring in across social media platforms.
Her loss marks a significant blow to the Islamic music industry, where she had made a lasting impact. Further information is expected to be released as the story develops.