Mike Dada, president of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), has lost his wife Modupe Temitope.
Dada reported Modupe’s demise on his Instagram feed. She was said to have died at the age of 48 on Saturday at Dutchess International Hospital in Ikeja, Lagos.
He tweeted a poster of her funeral plans with the phrase “words fail me”.
AFRIMA organisers stated in a statement that Modupe “passed away peacefully” following a brief illness.
She was also characterised as lovely and empathetic, putting family and Africa first.
“It is with immeasurable grief that we the Dada family confirm the passing of our wife and sister, Modupe Temitope Dada aka Dupsy, Mama Africa, on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Dutchess International Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria,” the statement reads in part.
“A true and loving wife and mother indeed. She lived all her life in the banking and entertainment industry and brought to us the affection and compassion that we have come to love so much.
“The family submits to the will of the Almighty God and asks for the prayers and support of kind-hearted individuals during this difficult time.
“She was a loving wife, mother and friend, who always put family and Africa first. Her passing has left a void that will be impossible to fill.”
The notice further stated that, according to the family’s funeral preparations, a Service of Songs will be held at 5.00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Grace Assembly, Yard 158, Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun-Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.
The adieu service will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 10 a.m. at the same location, with a private interment following immediately.
The deceased, a Vice-President of AFRIMA and a successful bank executive is survived by various family members, including her husband, Mr Dada, two children, and siblings.
Her African friends and admirers will remember her for her unending love, altruism, and compassion.
AFRIMA appreciates all of the condolences and affection coming in from all over the world.
Adiele C.
