Aduke Gold: Gospel Singer Dies With Much Unfulfilled Potential

• Aduke Ajayi, known as Aduke Gold, a rising gospel singer, has died at a young age.
• Despite her short career, she made a significant impact with her soul-lifting songs and passion for her craft.
• Her breakthrough single “Nitori Ogo” gained widespread acclaim on social media.
• Aduke Gold was not only a talented musician but also held impressive academic qualifications and was passionate about working with children with special needs.

The gospel music community is mourning the loss of Aduke Ajayi, popularly known as Aduke Gold, a rising star who died at a young age.

Fellow gospel artist Esther Igbekele shared the news on social media, posting a heartfelt tribute with Aduke Gold’s picture and the caption: “A general has fallen. RIP.”

Aduke Gold’s untimely demise comes shortly after the death of another prominent gospel singer, Egbin Orun, who died on April 28, 2024.

Aduke Gold made a huge impact with her soul-lifting songs and passion for her craft, earning a growing fanbase and popularity.

Her breakthrough single, “Nitori Ogo” (translated as “Because of Glory”), featured on her popular eight-track album, gained widespread acclaim on social media.

Aduke Gold’s inspiring journey, marked by early struggles, was shared on Instagram, where she revealed her humble beginnings selling slippers, yam, and fried fish, and her experiences with hardship, which shaped her music career.

Aduke Gold’s academic achievements were equally impressive, holding a degree in History and International Relations from Lagos State University, a higher degree in Child Psychology, and numerous other qualifications in Special Education, Music, and more.

Her passion extended beyond music, focusing on working with children with special needs, including autism, cerebral palsy, and dyslexia.