17/01/2026
With a Broken Heart 💔
It is with deep pain, tears, and a very heavy heart that I announce the passing of Alhaja Fatima Arika Ade, who returned to her Creator early this morning.
Since the news broke, I have been receiving countless calls from people trying to confirm if it is true. Sadly, it is true, and the reality is still very hard to accept. This loss has left many of us in shock and deep sorrow.
Her death is painful beyond words. Kwara State has lost a voice, a talent, and a soul who brought joy to many through Baalu music. My heartfelt condolences go to her family, loved ones, and all Baalu singers across Kwara State. This is a loss we will feel for a long time.
I sincerely pray that we will not witness this kind of loss again among our young and talented ones. May Allah (SWT) have mercy on her soul, forgive her shortcomings, and grant her the highest place in Al-Jannatul Firdaus.
Ameen.
