Popular Fuji musician, Shanko Rasheed Atanda, has announced the heartbreaking loss of his first son, Jamaldeen Atanda.
Gatekeepers News reports that the singer broke the news on Friday via his Instagram page, expressing deep sorrow over the tragedy and describing the pain of losing a child as unimaginable.
In an emotional message, Shanko prayed for the peaceful repose of his son’s soul, noting that no parent ever wishes to experience such a loss.
Although he did not disclose the cause or date of Jamaldeen’s passing, the artist shared touching words of farewell, saying he would recount his life’s stories to his son when they meet again.
He wrote, “So Sad no parent pray to lose a child in lifetime but Alhamdulilahi Jamaldeen Emrs Atanda JNR rest well my champ I will surely tell you all about it when I see you again. Omo Ola sun reeee.”
Following the announcement, colleagues, friends, and fans across the entertainment industry flooded his comment section with messages of sympathy, prayers, and words of encouragement.
The tragic news comes only a few months after Shanko joyfully marked Jamaldeen’s 12th birthday in December. At the time, he penned a heartfelt tribute, describing his son as a special gift who transformed his life and made him immensely proud, celebrating his growth, dreams, and bright future.
