By Abdullateef Aliyu, Lagos On Tuesday September 9, 2024, the rank of the Islamic musicians’ association in Lagos was depleted with the death of Rukayat Gawat-Oyefeso, one of the sweetest voices in the industry who plied her trade to the excitement of her numerous fans. Gawat-Oyefeso, who has since been buried in accordance with Islamic rites in Ogun State was not just an Islamic musician, she was also the daughter of a popular broadcaster, Alhaji Aremu Gawat, who was declared missing 12 years ago. Born on Jan 01, 1985, the late Gawat-Oyefeso was survived by her husband, children, mother as well as siblings.
Her fans have continued to mourn her demise, expressing sadness over the sudden death of the Islamic musician who entertained them with her melodious voice. She was a popular face at events and occasions where she was called to entertain the audience with Islamic songs. Hundreds of fans, relatives and friends converged on Ayepe in Ijebu land, Ogun State for the burial after a Janazal (prayer for the dead) was observed at Ojota, Lagos.
Rukayat Gawat’s unfulfilled dream Late Rukayat Gawat was described as a strong and highly determined woman who strove to ply her trade of entertaining the people, earning her laurels and applause within the Islamic musical genre. However, the disappearance of her dad remained a sore in her heart until her death. In one of the interviews she granted, talking about the disappearance of her father, she said she believed her father was not d.