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International superstar Wizkid and his family lay mother, Jane Dolapo, to rest.

Wizkid and family emotional as his late mother is laid to rest | Pulse Nigeria

Ibukunoluwa Daramola

<h2>International superstar, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, grieved as he buried his mother, Jane Dolapo, surrounded by family, on Friday, October 13, 2023.</h2>

<p>In the numerous clips circulating on social media from the service in honour of <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/celebrities/wizkids-mother-has-sadly-passed-away/j47qrhe">the singer's late mother</a>, Wizkid was seen highly emotionally overwhelmed by grief. </p>

<p>The intimate church service held in Lagos was attended by the star's family members, all dressed in gold attire.</p>

<p>The family faced their emotions during the wake that was held on October 12, 2023. Even Wizkid's oldest son, <strong>Boluwatife</strong>, broke down over the loss of his grandmother. </p>

<p>In a clip posted on social media, the singer, who was sitting in the front row, stood from his seat to console Boluwatife, whom he noticed was in tears. </p>

<p>The singer himself shed tears numerous times, heartbroken over the loss which he described as the deepest pain he ever felt.</p>

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<p>Paying tribute to <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/5-times-wizkid-sang-about-his-mother/p7tjpw0">his mother</a>, the entertainer noted that he had felt lost ever since his mother passed away. Despite his grief, he made sure to comfort his family members who were present.</p>

<p>He said, <em>“The pain is profound. It hurts deeply. The deepest pain I’ve ever felt in my life. I’m lost but I pray God will comfort every one of us. I’m lost without you mom, I love you so much.”</em></p>

<p>Wizkid's mother was highly pivotal to his success as a global superstar. She was also sometimes seen supporting her son's music career by attending his concerts on occasion. </p>

<p>Fans and well-wishers have since sent their condolences and words of support to the singer and his family, wishing them comfort.</p>

Wizkid and family emotional as his late mother is laid to rest

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