Nigerian Singer, Olanrewaju Fasasi better known as Sound Sultan, has been laid to rest.
The decrease was buried in New Jersey, United States, according to Islamic rite.
Eelive.ng had earlier reported how the late singer passed away at age 44.
According to a statement by Dr Kayode Fasasi on behalf of the Fasasi family, the rapper died after a long battle with cancer.
The statement had read “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing away of multitalented veteran singer, Rapper, songwriter Olanrewaju Fasasi A.K.A Sound Sultan.
“He passed away at the age of 44 following a hard fought battle with Angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma.
“He is survived by wife, three children and his siblings. We his family will appreciate the utmost privacy as we come to grips with this tragic loss.”
Nigerians had also payed tributes to the late rapper.
His career in show business started in the 1990s, when he hosted shows to raise money for studio sessions.
By 1999, he had won numerous local talent-hunt shows. He released his first single “Jagbajantis” in 2000, which was a hit in Nigeria. After independently releasing other singles and featuring in hit songs of other artists, he then signed for Kennis Music.
Under Kennis Music, Sound Sultan released four albums. By 2007, his contract with the label expired and he partnered with Baba Dee to start Naija Ninjas.
Under Naija Ninjas, he released Back From The Future (2010) and signed artists such as Karma Da Rapper, Young GreyC, Shawn and Blacka.
In 2012, Sound Sultan became a UN Ambassador for Peace for his exemplary lifestyle and career.
Below are some of the photos from the burial:
