Nigerian reggae legend, Ras Kimono is dead. He passed away Sunday morning in Lagos, Nigeria.
Metro News reports that he was scheduled to travel to the United States Saturday night, but complained of not feeling too well.
He was reported to have been rushed to a hospital in Ikeja, Lagos, and later taken to Lagoon Hospital in the Island.
Reports coming in say music veterans, Tony Okoroji and Sir Shina Peters have confirmed Kimono’s passing.
The reggae icon was one of the veterans from the 90’s who continued to remain relevant on the music scene, mentoring and contributing to the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Ras Kimono was particularly known for his hit singles ‘Under pressure’ and ‘We no want’. May his soul rest in peace.