Nigeria, April 18 -- Popular Nigerian juju musician Yekini Ajao is dead.

His death was announced in a statement posted on Shina Peters' Instagram page on Friday night.

The 67-year-old described the late Y.K Ajao as a brother whose sound, spirit and presence would not be forgotten.

He thanked the singer for the memories they shared, noting that he would always carry them with him.

"Still hard to believe. You weren't just a friend, you were my brother. Prof. Y.K. Ajao, your sound, your spirit, your presence; unforgettable.

"Thank you for everything. I'll carry the memories always. Rest well, my brother. Your legacy lives on, your music lives on, and you will never be forgotten", Peters wrote.

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