Media Team
The music world mourns the loss of Akinloye Tofowomo, widely known as Akiin Shuga, who has passed away.
The celebrated bandleader and cultural icon breathed his last on October 30, 2025, in New Brunswick, Canada, at the age of 50.
His family officially announced the heartbreaking news in a heartfelt statement issued earlier this week.
Remembered as “a legendary musician and guardian of Afrobeat traditions,” Akiin Shuga founded the renowned Shuga Band, captivating audiences worldwide.
Funeral arrangements will be shared by the family at a later date, as they navigate this profound loss.
They humbly ask for “space and understanding during this period of grief and remembrance.”
He is survived by his beloved wife, children, siblings, and mother, who cherish his enduring legacy.
