Mrs Modupe Temitope Dada, the wife of the Executive Producer and President of the All Africa Music Awards, Mr Mike Dada, has died.
A statement by Dada on Monday noted that Modupe, née Baruwa, born on May 5, 1976, in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria, died peacefully on Saturday, October 19, 2024, surrounded by family members at Duchess Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria, after a brief illness.
Dada, who is also the Managing Director of PRM Africa Marketing and Communications, stated that his late wife was a believer in family values, community service, and inclusivity, and possessed the gift of compassion, as well as a love for God and Africa.
Mourning the tragic loss of his wife, Dada said, “It is with immeasurable grief that we, the Dada family, confirm the passing of our wife and sister, Modupe Temitope Dada, also known as Dupsy, Mama Africa, on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Dutchess International Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.
A true and loving wife and mother indeed. She lived all her life in the banking and entertainment industry and brought us the affection and compassion that we have come to love so much.
“The family submits to the will of the Almighty God and asks for the prayers and support of kind-hearted individuals during this difficult time.
She was a loving wife, mother, and friend who always put family and Africa first. Her passing has left a void that will be impossible to fill.”The statement further noted that, according to burial arrangements announced by the family, a Service of Songs will be held at 5.00 pm on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Grace Assembly, Yard 158, Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun-Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria.
The farewell service will take place on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 10.00 am at the same venue, while a private interment will follow immediately.
The deceased, who was the Vice-President of AFRIMA and an accomplished bank executive, is survived by several relatives, including her husband, Mr Dada, two children, and siblings.
Her African friends and fans will remember her for her limitless love, selflessness, and compassion.
AFRIMA appreciates all the condolences and love that are pouring in from all corners of the world.
