The Board, members and management of Copyright Society of Nigeria
(COSON) have received with shock the news of the passing on of front
line member and multi-award winning gospel singer, Kefee who reportedly
passed on in the United States of America.
Kefee, fondly referred to as Branama Queen came into limelight with her
hit track Branama in 2003 and has since remained one of Nigeria’s most
sought after female music acts. She went on to churn out other hit
tracks like Kokoroko, Sapele Water, amongst others.
Reacting to the sad development, the Chairman of COSON, Chief Tony
Okoroji said, “Kefee was such a great gift to our music industry. Her
incredible talent, soaring voice and never-say–die spirit in a very
difficult industry made her truly outstanding. Her song, ‘Kokoroko’
remains one of my favourite Nigerian recordings of the recent era. Kefee
and I had a unique relationship. In difficult moments, she always
sought my counsel.
"When she wanted to start her musical training in Los Angeles, she asked
for my written recommendation which I was so glad to do. I was informed
that just before her last trip to America, she stopped by at the
office, as she routinely did, to share some time with us and update her
COSON records. Unfortunately, I was not there and it is very sad that I
will not see Kefee again. I however take solace in the fact that she
lived a fruitful life and as a true artiste, remains alive in her
beautiful songs. My condolences to her family and the many fans of the
Branama Queen. Adieu Kefee, the sweet singer."
Also speaking, the General Manager of COSON, Mr.Chinedu Chukwuji said,
“I am yet to get over the shock I received with the news of Kefee’s
passing on. I find it hard to believe how someone so young and vibrant
can be here one day and is gone the next. She came around to the office
only a few weeks ago, chatting and smiling and to hear this news now is
so devastating. Kefee may have gone to be with the Lord but her music
keeps her alive in our hearts. She will be greatly missed”.
COSON condoles with her family members, friends and fans on this sad
development and while the past cannot be undone, she will continue to be
alive in our memories.
FOR COSON:
MAYREE UKET
NEW MEDIA
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