April 4, 2025

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Late Legendary Reggae Artiste, Ras Kimono gets August Burial Date

Burial date for the late legendary Nigerian Reggae artist, Ras Kimono has been fixed for August in Lagos.

In a statement made available by the family states:

“We wish to inform the general public that the Burial Ceremony for late Ras Kimono has been slated for the August 25.

“The program of the events leading to the funeral will be made available in due course. We wish to thank everyone who has individually and collectively supported us during these trying times and we pray the Almighty God to guide and protect us all.”

The singer who passed on at the age of 60, died in Lagos in May while making plans for a trip to the United States of America.

Ras Kimono will be fondly remembered for “Under Pressure”, “We No Want” and “Rum-Bar Stylée”.