Sound Sultan

The Nigerian superstar, Sound Sultan, died on Sunday at the age of 44 of lymphoma.

The news was announced in a statement signed by Dr. Kayode Fasasi on behalf of the Fasasi family.

“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our multitalented veteran singer, rapper, songwriter Olanrewaju Fasasi aka Sound Sultan,” read the statement.

“He passed away at the age of 44 following a hard-fought battle with Angioimmunoblastic T-Cell Lymphoma.”

Sultan, whose real name is Olanrewaju Fasasi, was a rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, and comedian.

His work discussed societal issues such as bad education, corruption, incompetence and poverty. He also challenged and criticized political leaders in his work.

In May, news circulated that Sultan had been diagnosed with cancer and was in the US undergoing treatment, which had many fans and well-wishers saying prayers for his speedy recovery through social media posts.

Reacting at the time, the singer shared on Instagram, saying: “I must not ignore the massive show of love. Thank you all. I will tell you my story myself it will be true then not false.”

Sultan was trending worldwide on Twitter, as fans and well-wishers paid tribute to him on the platform.

@frankedoho tweeted: “The nicest, most humble and talented person you could ever know. Sound Sultan! Rest in peace.”

@Omojuwa tweeted: “Such a sad thing to wake up to, the passing of Sound Sultan. He was a class act through and through. May his soul rest in peace. Love and prayers to everyone he left behind. Terrible news.”

@Symply_Tacha tweeted: “REST IN PEACE Sound Sultan. Your music was part of my Amazing Childhood Memories. Gosh this is soo sad.” @90sSophie tweeted: “Sound Sultan dead. Today is really a sad day for Nigeria music industry. R.I.P Legend.”

@_Pretty_psychoo tweeted: “You will never know what someone is dealing with behind closed doors. Sometimes the people with the biggest smiles are struggling the most.

RIP sound

sultan.”