Award-winning superstar singer Ayodeji Balogun, better known as Wizkid, has made a poignant return to Instagram after a period of withdrawal from the platform following his mother’s passing.
The artist shared his first public statement in a while, expressing love for his late mother with a heartfelt message. He posted, “Love you, my everything.”
Many well-wishers and celebrities, including Obi Cubana, Lola Omotayo, Cute Abiola, Biodun Okeowo, Israel DMW, and others, poured into his comment section to send their love and support.
Lola Omotayo Okoye, wife of Peter Okoye, wrote, “May God Almighty continue to comfort you during this very difficult time, and may she continue to rest in perfect peace.”
Skitmaker Cute Abiola encouraged him to “Stay strong, Oba Orin.”
Yoruba actress Biodun Okeowo shared words of consolation and encouragement, saying, “May her soul rest in eternal peace. The pain never truly heals. I am there, but continue to pray for her and please be happy and find solace in knowing that she’s smiling down on you from above. She’s now your guiding Angel.”
Yoruba actor Mustapha Sholagbade offered his condolences, saying, “May heaven be pleased with the soul. My sincere condolence. Stay strong, bro.”
Actress Christabel Egbenya simply said, “Stay strong.”
Obi Cubana, Kie Kie, Sindodo Tayo, Isreal DMW, and Uche Jombo expressed their support with emojis.
Wizkid’s mother, Mrs. Jane Dolapo Balogun, passed away on August 18th, which led to his temporary withdrawal from social media and the public eye. He mourned her deeply during her candlelight procession and her night of tribute, delivering an emotional speech and acknowledging the profound pain of losing her.
His mother received a fitting burial with the presence of numerous celebrities, including Oba Elegushi, billionaire Tony Elumelu, Eniola Badmus, Osas Ighodaro, Kwam1, Wande Coal, Paul Okoye, Banky W, Pretty Mike, Mercy Eke, Kim Oprah, Layole Oyatagun, Morey Faith, Frank Edoho, and many others. The event was marked by female celebrities wearing peach asoebi and male celebrities donning white agbada.
