Ayo Maff, wey be one of the most talented artists from Nigeria, don leave us. News of his passing spread like wildfire on social media on October 6, 2024, and it has left many fans and fellow artists in shock and grief.
Teniola, another popular artist, take to her social media page to announce the sad news, calling Ayo Maff ‘the prince of the street’. Her post get many views and reposts as people show their condolences and share their memories of Ayo Maff.
Ayo Maff was known for his unique sound and his ability to tell stories through his music. He recently talked about his journey from producing videos for top artists like Rema, Asake, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, Omah Lay, and Young John, to becoming a respected artist himself. Just six years ago, he was still on the rise, but he quickly made a name for himself in the music industry.
His music often reflected his experiences and the struggles he faced, especially in his latest work described as a ‘sonic record of an odyssey about leaving home at the instance of generational poverty and urban wanderlust’.
Ayo Maff’s fans, known as Maffians, are mourning the loss of their beloved artist. His music and legacy will continue to inspire and influence many in the Nigerian music scene.
