Joseph Osayomore popular Edo highlife singer and activist died at the age of 69.
The Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN), Edo chapter announced his death on Saturday, June 11.
The veteran artiste died four months before his 70 birthday.
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He was born on October 29, 1952, in Ugha village near Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.
Comrade Willy Eghe-Nova, PMAN Administrator/Governor, Edo State Chapter confirmed this in a statement.
It said;
PMAN has this Saturday afternoon, June 11, 2022, lost a great member and music legend, Ambassador Osayomore Joseph. May his creative soul rest in peace.”
Chairman of COSON, Chief Tony Okoroji also confirmed his death.
He said;
“I have just learnt of the passing on of the very vibrant and effervescent music maestro with his roots in the ancient Benin kingdom, the great Osayomore Joseph.
The late Ulele Power King as he was known by his many fans was my friend.
There is no doubt that the unforgettable Osayomore Joseph came, saw and conquered.
Osayomore may have travelled but his Ulele Power sound will continue to boom in the hearts of the many who love him.”
He, Osayomore, was a known great singer for criticizing corruption in his songs.
