Fatima Lolo
Hajiya Fatima Lolo (MON), (born Fatima Muhammad Kolo in Pategi, Royal Niger Company, 1891 – 15 May 1997) was a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and historian.[1][2]
Hajiya Fatima Lolo | |
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| Birth name | Fatima Muhammadu Kolo |
| Also known as | Fatima Lolo |
| Born | January 19, 1891 Pategi, Royal Niger Company, Colonia Nigeria |
| Origin | Northern Region, Nigeria |
| Died | May 15, 1997 (aged 106) Niger State |
| Genres | Soul,R&B, local singer, Nupe local singer |
| Occupation(s) | Traditional singer |
Early life
Lolo had married twice and could not have a child in both marriage. she represent the Nupe kingdom Emirate in most of their Festivals and occasions, before she became victorious, her notability is to sing for Farmers and Hunters, and dance with a plate in hand, She was later turbaned "Sagi Ningbazi" meaning Queen of Musicians, in Nupe language, after Kaka death. She was awarded MON Member of the Order of the Niger, by Shehu Shagari,[3]
Lolo died at age 106 on 15 May 1997, after a brief illness.
33 women poet
She was among the poet of 33 notable women volume showcased.[4]
References
- Makama, Hamzat Mohammad. "Hajiya Fatima Lolo: The Queen Of Nupe Musician". Builders of Nupe. Bida Aliyu Ndagi: Bida Local Government Council.
- Akande, Jadesola Olayinka Debo (1990). The Contribution of Women to National Development in Nigeria. Nigerian Association of University Women. p. 4,62, 63. ISBN 9789783065000.
- Book Now"World Nupe singer Hajiya Fatima Biography" , Book Now Ng, 2019
- fetus adelayo, "Bolanle awes song women virtues" , " Punch Nigeria , 2019
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