Veteran Nigerian Juju and Highlife singer Iyun Janet Oluwatoyosi Ajilore, widely known as Saint Janet, has died following a brief illness.
The celebrated musician reportedly passed away on Saturday, ending a career that made her a familiar figure in Nigeria’s live music scene through her lively performances and unique ability to entertain audiences.
Her death was announced on Sunday by publisher and socialite Otunba Femi Davies in a post on his Facebook page.
Confirming the news, Davies wrote:
“St Janet (Iyun Janet Ajilore), a popular Nigerian Juju and Highlife musician known for her vibrant live performances, energetic stage presence and socially unfiltered party tracks, is dead. She died after a brief illness on Saturday.”
Throughout her career, Saint Janet earned praise for blending music, humour and social commentary during her performances, a style that set her apart from many of her peers.
Her impact on the Juju and Highlife genres secured her reputation as one of the notable figures in Nigeria’s vibrant live entertainment industry.
As of the time this report was filed, details of her funeral arrangements had not been made public.
