Veteran juju musician Yekini Kolawole Ajao, popularly known as Y.K Ajao, has reportedly given up the ghost.

The sad news was made public by his colleague, Shina Peters in a post on his Instagram page on Friday.

Shina Peters described the death as a hard pill to swallow, labelling the deceased as more than a friend, but brother.

He appreciated the late Juju singer, promising to carry on his goodness, while urging him to rest well.

“Still hard to believe, You weren’t just a friend, you were my brother. Prof Y.K Ajao, your sound, your spirit, your presence; unforgettable.

“Thank you for everything. I’Il carry the memories always.

“Rest well, my brother. Your legacy lives on, your music lives on, and you will never be forgotten."