At a recent live event, Nigerian music veteran Daddy Showkey moved the crowd with a heartfelt tribute to his longtime friend and Fuji legend Alhaji Alabi Pasuma. In an emotional moment during his performance, Daddy Showkey reflected on the loyalty and kindness Pasuma showed him during some of the darkest years of his life.

The Galala pioneer, known for his fusion of reggae and highlife, revealed that his absence from the music scene years ago wasn’t just a personal choice but due to serious health struggles. He opened up about a life-changing accident in 2007 that left him hospitalised for years. While many distanced themselves during that period, Pasuma remained a true friend.

In Daddy Showkey’s words, “You see, this man, he was with me in bad times and good times. For many years, many people didn’t see me sing, and they didn’t know what I was going through. I had an accident in 2007, and for three years, I was in the hospital. Pasuma took care of my family. I can never forget him in my life.”

This honest revelation touched fans and served as a reminder of the emotional and financial struggles many entertainers face after their peak years. Daddy Showkey’s story mirrors that of several Nigerian music legends who, after decades of fame, quietly battle personal and health issues away from the spotlight.

Despite the tough times, Daddy Showkey is now in a better place. Although his prime came in the late ’90s and early 2000s, his music continues to influence the Nigerian soundscape. Songs like Somebody Call My Name, Diana, and Fire Fire are still remembered today.

As Afrobeats continues to evolve, there’s growing hope among fans that today’s artists will tap into the powerful sound and stories of veterans like Daddy Showkey.

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