Modupe Temitope Dada, wife of The All-Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) president, Mike Dada is dead.
Modupe, who was survived by her husband, two children and siblings, died on Saturday, at Dutchess International Hospital in Lagos after a brief illness.
Mike Dada in a statement, described his late wife as a “true and loving wife and mother” who devoted her life to family and Africa.
He said: “It is with immeasurable grief that the Dada family confirms the passing of our wife and sister, Modupe Temitope Dada, aka Dupsy, Mama Africa, at Dutchess International Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos, on Saturday, October 19, 2024.
“A true and loving wife and mother indeed. She lived 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 prayers and support of kind-hearted individuals during this difficult time. She always put her family and Africa first. Her passing has left a void that will be impossible to fill.”
A Service of songs will be held on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, by 5:00 pm at Grace Assembly, Oregun-Ikeja, Lagos.
The farewell service will take place on Thursday, October 24 by 10:00 am at the same venue, followed by a private interment.