Saint Janet, Veteran Nigerian Juju and Highlife Musician, Dies After Brief Illness
Veteran Nigerian Juju and Highlife musician Iyun Janet Oluwatoyosi Ajilore, widely known as Saint Janet, has passed away after a brief illness. The news was shared on Sunday by publisher and socialite Otunba Femi Davies via his Facebook page.
Davies confirmed the loss, describing Saint Janet as a popular Juju and Highlife star celebrated for her vibrant live performances, energetic stage presence, and socially unfiltered party tracks.
He wrote: “St Janet (Iyun Janet Ajilore), a popular Nigerian Juju and Highlife musician known for her vibrant live performances, energetic stage presence and socially unfiltered party tracks, is dead. She died after a brief illness on Saturday.”
The announcement sparked an outpouring of reactions from fans and lovers of traditional and contemporary Nigerian music.
Throughout her career, Saint Janet built a reputation for blending music, humour, and social commentary into electrifying shows. Her direct connection with audiences and energetic stagecraft set her apart from many contemporaries in the live music circuit.
She also contributed significantly to the Juju and Highlife genres, becoming one of the figures associated with Nigeria’s vibrant live music culture.
As of this report, details regarding her funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.
