His works brought excitement to many households – Buhari mourns Chris Mba

President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with family, friends and fans of Chris Mba, a veteran pop singer who died on Wednesday, May 3.

The Herald recalls that Mba died after a long battle with heart issues.

The president described the late Mba as one of the icons of Nigerian highlife music, whose works brought excitement to many households and his admirers in social and corporate functions.

The president’s condolence message was released by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu.

“In paying tribute to the gifted voice, the President recognizes the contributions of the artiste to the growth of the Nigerian music and entertainment industry, a feat recognised and celebrated by his colleagues in the Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON) and Performing Musicians Employers’ Association of Nigeria (PMAN).

“The President prays for the peaceful repose of the soul of the departed, and comfort for those who mourn,” the presidential statement read in part.