‘Majek Fashek Ina New York’ Reggae Song Crooner Dies At 57 In New York

Popular Nigerian reggae legend, songwriter and Instrumentalist, Majekodunmi Fasheke, popularly known as Majek Fashek is dead.

Multiple reports say he died on the 1st of June in a hospital in New York aged 57.

The cause of his death is yet to be confirmed.

His death was confirmed by his manager Omenka Uzoma, on the late singer’s official Instagram handle.

“Today been having pressure calls, well it is true that the African No 1 Legendary ICON has gone to be with the LORD his Maker,” he said.

“Let celebrate him, his achievements, and his family, whatever decisions made by his immediate family will be notified.”

Majek Fashek, born in Benin-City, Edo state, took Nigeria’s music industry in the 80s by storm.

He is best known for the 1988 album Prisoner of Conscience, which included the multiple award-winning single “Send Down the Rain.”

He has worked with various artists worldwide, including Tracy Chapman, Jimmy Cliff, Michael Jackson, Snoop Dogg, and Beyoncé.

The reggae star’s last video was uploaded on his Instagram handle a month ago, according to report in Voce of Nigeria (VON)

In it, Majek, who has been having health challenges over the years. mustered strength to add his voice to the ongoing public awareness campaign by Nigerian celebrities on the need to fight the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic.

Majek is survived by children.