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WizKid breaks down in tears, gives heartfelt speech at late mum’s funeral ceremony – VIDEO

Wizkid, overwhelmed by his emotions, struggled to come to terms with the harsh reality that he would never again embrace the warmth of his late mother. At her funeral, he was a picture of unrelenting sorrow, a stark departure from the charismatic star his fans have known since he first stepped into the limelight. His true-blue speech, in which he bared his soul about the enduring pain that grips him, paints a vivid picture of his shattered state. Standing by his side during this most challenging chapter in his life were his Babymama and children, providing unwavering moral support.

Samuel David by Samuel David
October 12, 2023
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WizKid breaks down in tears, gives heartfelt speech at late mum’s funeral ceremony – VIDEO
  • Tears flowed like a river of sorrow as trailblazing videos emerged from Wizkid’s late mum’s funeral ceremony held on this memorable October 12th.
  • In these moving clips, the music maestro was caught in the company of his beloved sons and his talent manager, who also happens to be his baby mama.
  • In a heart-wrenching moment, the singer couldn’t hold back his emotions, and like a dam bursting, tears cascaded down his cheeks.
  • He also shared a touching speech, reminiscing about the cherished moments and deep bonds he had with his dearest mum.

The recent months have presented quite a testing time for the Top Nigerian artist, Wizkid, who tragically lost his dearly beloved mother, Jane Dolapo Balogun.

On the 12th of October, WizKid, alongside his sisters and other family members, organized a lavish funeral service in honor of their late mother. The event drew in a notable crowd of friends and colleagues, creating a significant turnout to pay their respects.

Videos from the funeral rite service and ceremony went viral on the internet, showing the singer’s sweet moment in the company of his sons and talent manager Jada P.

Wizkid was caught on video shedding tears, his heart heavy with sorrow during the service.

In his heartfelt speech, WizKid expressed that the ache of losing their mother to the clutches of death runs deep and stings like a thorn in the heart. He offered up fervent prayers, asking for divine strength to fortify him and his family in carrying the weight of this loss.

The Singer continued by extending his gratitude to all those who graced the ceremony with their presence. He also commended his family members for standing together in unity during this somber period.

WATCH CLIPS FROM FUNERAL CEREMONY BELOW 

https://www.withinnigeria.com/entertainment/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/10/merge_video_1697142124292.mp4

It would be recalled that Juliana Balogun nee Oshineye Dawodu Olowosago died on August 18.

A video showing sorrowful-looking Wizkid alongside other members of his family holding candles in honour of the deceased at the candlelight procession had gone viral earlier.

 

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