Nigerian music icon K1 De Ultimate reveals his late mother, Princess Halima Anifowoshe, profoundly influenced his musical journey, teaching him the rudiments of music and inspiring his upcoming track, ‘Mama’

Nigerian music veteran Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has opened up on how his late mother, Princess Halima Anifowoshe, profoundly affected his illustrious music career.

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In a candid interview for his upcoming project, the legendary Fuji singer revealed that it was his mother who instilled in him the foundational basics of music.

K1 De Ultimate explained that his mother possessed an innate flair and passion for the musical arts but was unfortunately unable to pursue her own career due to societal limitations of her time.

“The song ‘Mama’ is to the memory of my mother who also taught me about the rudiments of music and singing,” he shared. “My mother, as a young maiden, was a singer, a princess by birth who was denied the opportunity to display her musical talent because she was the daughter of a reigning king, and also a woman whom they wanted to settle down in marriage.”

The iconic singer emphasised the deep personal significance of the track, ‘Mama’, noting it serves as a heartfelt tribute to his late mother, who passed away in January 2025.

“My mother’s talent was transported onto me by God. She transferred it to me and oftentimes she served as my composer, very many times during her lifetime.

She made her own contribution into my musical development. So, I think it’s honourable for me to remember her and have a blessed track for her,” K1 De Ultimate passionately stated.

This revelation sheds new light on the inspirations behind one of Nigeria’s most enduring musical figures, highlighting the often unseen foundational support that shapes celebrated careers.