365news gathered that In response to the passing of gospel music icon Sammie Okposo, President Muhammadu Buhari issued a statement.
The Nigerian leader expresses his condolences to the family, friends, and supporters, according to a statement by spokeswoman Femi Adesina.
The younger generation and Okposo’s professional colleagues received condolence messages from Buhari.
The President noted the deceased was admired for “his elevating style of praise and worship”.
He hailed Okopos’s creative contributions to Nollywood, “and the inspiring role he played in grooming talents and mentoring them”.
Buhari prayed for the repose of his soul and urged the family to find solace in his investments of love.
The 51-year-old musician passed away on Friday at an undisclosed hospital in Lagos.
Okposo, who resides in an estate on the island, was rushed for treatment after he slumped.
DAILY POST gathered that the producer battled hypertension/high blood pressure (HBP).
The late multiple-award winner was the Chief Executive Officer of Zamar Entertainment.