The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has
expressed shock and sadness at the passing of the globally-acclaimed
reggae star, Ras Kimono, saying his contribution to that genre of music
can never be forgotten.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Minister extended his
condolences to the family, friends and fans of the late artiste, and
indeed to the entire Nigerian music industry, for losing a foremost
proponent of reggae, a prominent campaigner for a better life for the
people and a patriot.
He said Kimono will be remembered for his contribution to the
elevation of reggae, his love of the masses, his life of discipline and
his service to humanity.
”Kimono helped to blaze the trail for the phenomenal growth of
the Nigerian music industry, and he was a worthy mentor to the younger
generation of Nigerian musicians. His legacy will surely endure,” Alhaji Mohammed said.
He prayed that God will grant his family the strength to bear their loss, and grant repose to the soul of the departed.
Segun Adeyemi
SA To Hon Minister of Information and Culture