Wizkid breaks down in tears at night of tributes for mum

Singer Ayo Balogun, better known as Wizkid, could not hold back his tears at the wake and night of tributes in honour of his mum.

The event took place on Thursday at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, and Casino, 6-8 Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Videos and photos of an emotional Wizkid was shared on social media with condolence messages from celebrities and fans.

A candlelight procession in honour of the singer’s mum was held on Wednesday with Wizkid making his first public appearance following a nearly month- long period of silence as mourns his mother.

The funeral service takes place on Friday, October 13 at RCCG City of David COD Church Road, Dideolu Estate, off, Ligali Ayorinde St, Victoria Island, Lagos. at 10 a.m.

Juliana Balogun nee Oshineye Dawodu Olowosago died on August 18.

Born on July 26, 1990, in Surulere, Lagos, Wizkid grew up in a polygamous home with a Muslim father and a Christian mother. His father married three wives.

Wizkid’s mother was a familiar sight at most of his concerts and events.

She was born on July 14, 1957 and is survived by her husband, M.O Balogun, and four children, namely Yetunde Balogun, Omolara Osunkoya, Olubusayo Balogun, Ayodeji Balogun (Wizkid) and many grandchildren.