Popular gospel singer, Ajayi Aduke Morounkola, better known as Aduke Gold, has passed away.
The sad news of her passing was shared by colleague Esther Igbekele on Tuesday morning, who took to her Facebook page to confirm the singer’s death and pay tribute.
In her post, Esther Igbekele wrote, “A general has fallen. ADUKE GOLD #rip.”
The circumstances surrounding Aduke Gold’s passing remain unclear at this time.
Born and raised in Lagos, specifically in the Ogba and Badagry areas, Aduke Gold was the 11th child of her late parents.
She began her music career in 2004 and gained widespread recognition with her memorable performance at the commemoration of late gospel artist Baba Are.
Her hit track “Nitori Ogo” (2021) further solidified her fame in the gospel music scene.
Beyond her successful music career, Aduke Gold was also an accomplished academic. She held a degree in History and International Studies from Lagos State University and a postgraduate degree in Child Psychology from the UK.