Actress Stella Damasus has paid an emotional tribute to her late husband Jaiye Aboderin, 21 years after his death, as she joined their two daughters to receive his posthumous award at the AMAN Awards.
The 47-year-old shared a video from the ceremony on Instagram on Wednesday, capturing her daughters delivering a speech on stage as they accepted the honour on behalf of their father.
In her caption, Stella wrote:
“21 years later, and we will continue to keep your legacy alive. I know you’d be so proud of how the girls have turned out. I give all glory to God because He genuinely gave us two amazing, beautiful, intelligent, and supportive girls. Jaiyejeje Aboderin, we love you forever, and we miss you so much. May his soul continue to rest in peace. Thank you to @amanawards for honoring him with this posthumous award.”
The video also showed Stella exchanging greetings with notable personalities including Bovi, Obi Cubana, Ali Baba, Frederick Leonard and Don Jazzy during the event.
The Artiste Managers Association in Nigeria (AMAN) Awards is an initiative established to celebrate individuals whose work has significantly impacted Nigeria’s creative industries. It recognises excellence across music, film, fashion, visual arts and more, while encouraging professionalism and innovation within the sector.
Jaiye Aboderin, a singer, businessman and co-founder of the band Synergy, died suddenly on December 3, 2004, at age 33 after collapsing during a basketball game. His death had a profound effect on Stella and their daughters, Angelica and Isabel, who have continued to honour his legacy over the years.
