President Buhari Mourns Legendary Music Artiste, Sir Victor Uwaifo

By Daniel Dafe

President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled with family, friends and associates of legendary musician and multi-talented artiste, Sir Victor Uwaifo, who passed on Saturday, saying that he left a legacy of successes in many areas of life, including academia and administration.

In a statement signed by Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity), President Buhari joined the Nigerian music industry and performing artistes, home and abroad, in mourning the former first Honourable Commissioner for Arts, Culture and Tourism (Edo State), who was also the first musician and instrumentalist to be given National Honours Merit, Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) in 1983.

According to the statement, “President Buhari believes the renowned musician, with global appeal and recognitions, lived for many firsts, which include invitation to the State House by four presidents and Heads of State, and winner of a gold disc in Africa for his song, “Joromi’’, released in 1965 at the age of 24.”

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“The President notes the glory that Sir Uwaifo brought to Nigeria through his international tours, and the active role he played in national development, returning to school to get a first degree at age 54 with first class honours, masters degree at 56, and a doctorate at 77,” the statement said.

President Buhari prayed for the soul of the departed musician, writer, sculptor, musical instrument inventor and university lecturer, adding that the entire country, particularly the music industry, will sorely miss him.