The Hausa film industry, Kannywood, has mourned the death of its member, renowned singer Muhammad Mu’azu Birniwa, popularly known as El-Mu’az Birniwa.
According to industry sources, El-Mu’az collapsed while playing a friendly football match in Kaduna, which had been organised by a group of friends to celebrate the wedding of fellow singer Auta Waziri.
A source said the singer appeared healthy and lively upon arrival at the match but tragically slumped during play.
He was rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
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“It was devastating, but it’s the will of Allah. May his soul rest in peace,” said the source.
The news of his passing was shared by Ali Jita, a leading figure in Kannywood’s music sector, who posted on his social media account, “Innalillahi Wa Inna Ilaihirraji’un, El-Mu’az is no more.”
The post prompted an outpouring of tributes and prayers for the late singer’s soul.
El-Mu’az was buried in Kaduna on Thursday.
He was well-loved in Kannywood for his inspirational songs, including Kafi Gaban Raini, Kudi da Maciji, and Naka Sai Naka, among others.
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