One of the most celebrated singers from Somalia passed away in London.
Ahmed Naji Sa’ad, a celebrated musician and singer, passed away in London recently.
The death of Sa’ad, who also excelled as a poet and composer, has left his horde of fans devastated.
There has been an outpouring of grief and messages of condolences from Somalis of different backgrounds.
Sa’ad is renowned for his songs and poems, which mostly promoted peace and patriotism in Somalia.
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud led the country in mourning him.
“We have lost a heavyweight musician who enjoyed the respect of all Somalis,” the President said.