By Aduragbemi Omiyale
The president of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), Mr Mike Dada, is currently not a happy man and the reason is not far-fetched, he has lost his wife, Mrs Modupe Dada.
Mr Dada, who is one of the critical stakeholders in the music industry on the continent, lost his wife to the cold hands of death on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the Duchess Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos State, after a brief illness.
“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; she was a true, 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,” a statement on Monday from Mr Dada, who doubles as the Managing Director of PRM Africa Marketing and Communications, stated.
According to the burial arrangements announced by the family, a Service of Songs will be held by 5.00 pm (WAT) on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Grace Assembly, Yard 158, Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun-Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria.
On Thursday, October 24, 2024, a farewell service will take place at 10.00 am (WAT) at the same venue, with a private interment following immediately.
Mrs Dada, nee Baruwa, born on May 5, 1976, in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria. She was the Vice-President of AFRIMA and an accomplished bank executive.