Popular Hausa singer, Sani
Dandawa, has been reported dead.
Dandawo
died in his home town, Yauri, Kebbi state at the age of 72 on Sunday.
The
‘Taushe’ singer was said to have been battling an undisclosed ailment which
reportedly took his life. He has, however, been buried
according to Islamic rites.
Dandawo is survived by an aged mother, two
wives, 22 children and 25 grandchildren. The deputy Senate leader Bala Ibn
Na’Allah, who represents his area described Dandawo as a musical legend who
contributed to promoting peace and development through music. He prayed to
Allah to grant him eternal rest, and grant the family and the entire people of
the state the fortitude to bear the loss.
Sanni Dandawo’s musical career began in 1964.
His father, Alhaji Dandawo, was a popular musician before his death. Sanni
belongs to the mawakinfada class of singers who sing for traditional rulers. He
has the ears of wealthy society members and politicians. He once sang for the
late premier, Sir Ahmadu Bello,The late musician is known for songs like Shehu
Shagari, Kuzo Muga Madaki, Dan Iyan Kano, among others.
