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- Nigerian rapper Vector Tha Viper paid tribute to late musician Sound Sultan on March 9, 2026, during Ramadan.
- Vector highlighted Sound Sultan’s quiet expression of his Muslim faith, which was particularly evident during the holy month.
- He described Sound Sultan as someone who had a natural ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds.
Renowned Nigerian rapper and singer Vector Tha Viper, whose real name is Olanrewaju Ogunmefun, honored the memory of the late Sound Sultan, born Olanrewaju Fasasi and affectionately known as Naija Ninja, on March 9, 2026, coinciding with Ramadan.
In a poignant message shared on his official X account, Vector reminisced about Sound Sultan’s understated yet profound practice of his Muslim faith, which became especially evident during Ramadan. He revered Sound Sultan as a figure who effortlessly bridged gaps across diverse communities.
Reflecting on a past conversation, Vector expressed:
“He was one Muslim you hardly remembered was Muslim until Ramadan… he moved through life blending peacefully with everyone. This Ramadan brought him to mind… may all our prayers for good be answered with goodness.”
Sound Sultan was diagnosed with Angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma and began receiving chemotherapy in the United States as of May 12, 2021. After a courageous fight, he passed away on July 11, 2021, at the age of 44.
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@xxiel_tweets:”He was one Muslim you never remember was Muslim until it’s Ramadan” is not a flex that you think it is though… May his soul continue to be at peace.”
@_mantee__:”This is not the compliment you intended, bros. I mean it is okay if he is cool with every other person around him that is not a muslim as expected of every muslim. However, a muslim must be well recognized as a muslim for his/her steadfastness at observing solah, manners…”
@jackmanfanrech:”Rest in peace San But Vec you suppose rephrase that first line, cause how many Muslims don take your peace.”
@DorianofBH:”What do you mean he was one Muslim you never remembered was a Muslim until Ramadan? He was a Muslim through and through.”
@BunduForAfrika1:”Once again, you are responsible for your statement, you are not responsible for people’s interpretation of it. How is VEC statement not clear enough for these guys trying to twist into something else.”