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Singer Asa Loses Mother to Brain Tumour

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Popular Nigerian singer Asa, born Bukola Elemide, has announced the passing of her mother.

Asa shared the news on Tuesday via an Instagram post, describing her late mother as her “biggest fan” and revealing that she died from a brain tumour.

“A sudden brain tumor came without warning and took you too soon. You were generous. The kindest soul,” she wrote.

The announcement drew condolences from numerous celebrities, including Johnny Drille, Tiwa Savage, Prospa Ochimana, Enioluwa, Seun Kati, Shankcomics, Mo Abudu, and Anais Cardot, who all expressed sympathy and support in her comment section.

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Published on March 25, 2026
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