According to TheNet.ng, veteran Nigerian Juju and Highlife musician Iyun Janet Oluwatoyosi, widely known as St. Janet, has passed away following a brief illness.
Renowned for her bold, satirical, and irreverent lyricism, St. Janet carved out a distinct niche in Southwestern Nigeria’s live music scene over two decades.
News of her passing prompted tributes from fans, industry peers, and cultural commentators mourning the sudden loss.
Documenting the tragic event, TVC News reported that “lewd lyrics musician, St. Janet, is dead” after succumbing to health complications. Kemi Filani News corroborated the news, confirming that tributes poured in as “the Nigerian entertainment industry was thrown into mourning following the death of veteran singer St. Janet”.
Echotitbits take: St. Janet was a controversial yet undeniably influential pioneer who redefined adult-themed Juju music in Nigeria. Her passing marks the end of an era for live band nightlife entertainment in Lagos and Ogun states.
Source: TheNet.ng — August 2, 2026 — https://thenet.ng/
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