The source added that the gospel singer died on Monday, August 12 at the University College Hospital, Ibadan.
Glamtush reports that Nigerian gospel singer, Ajayi Aduke Morounkola, popularly known as Aduke Gold, is dead.
The news of her demise was announced by her colleague, Esther Igbekele, on Tuesday morning, via her Facebook page.
She wrote, “A general has fallen. ADUKE GOLD #rip”
Igbekele had also confirmed Orun’s death via an Instagram post.
Igbekele wrote, “Despite the competitive nature of the gospel music industry, Aduke Gold made a significant impact with her soul-lifting songs and unwavering dedication to her craft.
“Her talent and passion earned her a growing fanbase and increasing popularity, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by many.”
According to a source who is close to the deceased, Aduke Gold was ill for two months.
The source added that the gospel singer died on Monday, August 12 at the University College Hospital, Ibadan.
She grew up in Ogba and Badagry areas of Lagos and was the 11th child of her late parents.
Aduke Gold, who started music professionally in 2004, rose to fame with her live performance at the first remembrance of the late gospel artiste, Baba Are.
One of her famous tracks, “Nitori Ogo” which she released in 2021 also brought her into the limelight.
Aside from her impressive musical career, Aduke earned a degree in history and international from Lagos State University and a higher degree in child psychology from the UK.
Aduke Gold’s death follows the recent loss of another prominent gospel singer, Egbin Orun, who died on April 28, 2024.
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