Veteran juju musician, Emperor Pick Peters, is dead.
He passed on today (Thursday) in Abeokuta, Ogun State, at the age of 74.
Here is how Evergreen Music boss, Bimbo Esho, reported the departure on her Facebook page:
Omo Ode Ti Ku – The Hunter’s Son is Dead
His name should ring a bell to all lovers of Juju Music. His controversial song E Juba F’omo Ode which he released under TYC label in 1976 as a response to King Sunny Ade ‘s song E kilo F’omo Ode made him popular in the 70’s. The song was released during the epic battle between KSA and Abioro.
Emperor Pick Peters one of Nigeria’s great Juju musicians succumbed to the cold hands of death today in Abeokuta at age 74.
Pick Peters a native of Ipokia will be missed by fans and loved ones all over.
Some of his timeless songs are KangoKango L’agogo N du released in 1974, Igbeyin L’alayo n ta, Irawo, Eni Seka, Peter L’aja kan, Ayewa, Eda Aiye Nreti, etc
May his Gentle Soul rest in peace
Bimbo Esho
