The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran Juju and Highlife singer Iyun Janet Ajilore, popularly known as St. Janet.
The singer reportedly died on Saturday after a brief illness.
Her passing was confirmed by publisher and socialite Otunba Femi Davies in a post shared on his Facebook page on Sunday.
Announcing the sad news, Davies wrote, “St Janet (Iyun Janet Ajilore), a popular Nigerian Juju and Highlife musician known for her vibrant live performances, energetic stage presence and socially unfiltered party tracks, is dead. She died after a brief illness on Saturday.”
Prompt News reports St. Janet built a reputation as one of the notable female voices in Juju and Highlife music, earning admiration for her energetic performances and ability to entertain audiences at parties and social gatherings.
Her lively stage presence and party-themed songs made her a familiar face at celebrations, where she won the hearts of fans with her distinctive style and captivating performances.
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Over the years, she carved a niche for herself in Nigeria’s music industry, making significant contributions to the Juju and Highlife genres.
Following the announcement of her death, tributes have continued to pour in from fans, colleagues and admirers, who have remembered her as a gifted entertainer whose music brought joy to many.
