Kefee was a gift to music industry – Okoroji

The Chairman of the Copyright Society of Nigeria, Chief Tony Okoroji, has described the death of celebrated artiste, Kefee, as a big loss to the industry.

Okoroji said in a statement that she was an embodiment of talent and a dogged spirit.

He said, “Kefee was such a great gift to our music industry. Her incredible talent, soaring voice and never-say-die spirit in a very difficult industry made her truly outstanding. Her song, ‘Kokoroko’, remains one of my favourite Nigerian recordings of the recent era. Kefee and I had a unique relationship. In difficult moments, she always sought my counsel. When she wanted to start her musical training in Los Angeles, USA, she asked for my written recommendation which I was so glad to give.

“I was informed that just before her last trip to America, she stopped by at the office, as she routinely did, to share some time with us and update her COSON records. Unfortunately, I was not there and it is very sad that I will not see Kefee again. I however take solace in the fact that she lived a fruitful life and as a true artiste, remains alive in her beautiful songs. My condolences to her family and the many fans of the Branama Queen.

The Board and management of COSON said it received the news of Kefee’s passing with shock. Fondly referred to as Branama Queen, she came into limelight with her hit track Branama in 2003. She went on to produce other hit tracks like Kokoroko and Sapele Water.

COSON’s General Manager, Mr. Chinedu Chukwuji, said, “I am yet to get over the shock I received with the news of Kefee’s passing on. I find it hard to believe how someone so young and vibrant can be here one day and is gone the next. She came around to the office only a few weeks ago, chatting and smiling. So, to hear this news now is so devastating. Kefee may have gone to be with the Lord but her music keeps her alive in our hearts. She will be greatly missed.”