Nigerian gospel artist Dare Melody whose real name is Damilare Oduniga has expressed his grief following the recent passing of his beloved wife, Adedoyin Odunuga, née Odagi.
His wife departed this life in the early hours of October 24th 2024, which was on a Thursday. This was announced on Dare Melody’s Instagram account, where he shared the sad news with his audience.
A wake service held on November 7th, on a Thursday evening. Dare Melody used the opportunity to talk about the significant influence his wife had on his life.
During the gathering, he spoke openly about the hurdles he is experiencing, highlighting his resolve to approach each day with consciousness to prevent future regrets.
He described his late wife as a person of integrity and honesty who said things the way they were, which resonated with his own principles.
“I try so hard for my today not to spoil my tomorrow. I used to tell my late wife, whatever you hear about me, we are musicians and we are human. Accept me as I am. My wife, Adedoyin, was a very truthful and honest person, and I am also very truthful. I don’t know how to lie. I used to mend people’s homes but when the storm came, I couldn’t fix my own home,” he this in his dialect(Yoruba)
Dare Melody’s heartfelt emotional speech went viral on social media and spurred sympathy from fans and fellow artists, who extended their support and condolences.
Below are some of the comments
ewa_ademide: May her soul continue to rest in heaven.
Yenken2152: May her soul rest in peace 💔.
poshbabieceo: Omg😢😢 rest well, Sis 🕊️
Tessymonta: Uhmmmmm so touching 😢
Olorunda_mart: May Almighty God console you.
Afolakemi_taiwo: Mr Dare, let us just keep doing good. You run things o back then in Ijebu Ode.
