Daud Olatunji
Kolawole Adejojo, popularly known as Kasnaty, has unearthed startling revelations regarding the mysterious death of legendary Apala musician, Ayinla Omowura, who died over 40 years ago.
Known for his extensive research, the CEO of Sugar Link Concept, Kasnaty Production, and the Kolawole Adejojo Foundation, spent four years investigating the circumstances surrounding Omowura’s demise.
His findings challenge the long-held belief that the iconic musician was killed by a bottle strike, revealing that the cause was far more intricate and tragic.
Kasnaty, a dedicated fan of Ayinla Omowura, began his research during the COVID-19 pandemic.
He told PLATFORM TIMES that his initial curiosity about the true cause of Omowura’s death grew into a comprehensive investigation that led him to Omowura’s family, band members, and even his spiritualist, Pa Ilelabewe Adisa, who played a crucial role in the tragic event.
Narrating his efforts so far, Kasnaty said his quest started from his personal fascination with the musician.
“I’ve always questioned the real cause of his death,” Kasnaty said, noting that rumors had circulated about a band member striking Omowura with a bottle during an altercation.
However, he said the deeper he dug, the more it became apparent that these stories did not match the facts.
He disclosed that through interviews with Omowura’s family and close associates, including his first child, Alhaja Kubura, and his last-born, Kabiru, he uncovered details that had never been made public before.
According to Kasnaty, Kabiru, in particular, provided crucial information, leading him to Pa Ilelabewe Adisa, the herbalist and spiritualist who had been closely associated with Omowura.
PLATFORM TIMES spoe with Pa Ilelabewe, now over 80 years old,said he had prepared a protective charm for Omowura in the form of a ring.
The herbalist revealed that the ring, which was designed to protect the musician from harassment during performances, ultimately caused his death.
According to Pa Ilelabewe, the ring was so powerful that when used to strike someone, the person would collapse instantly but could be revived if touched by Omowura’s left leg, where three protective incisions had been made as part of the charm’s antidote.
He said, tragically, on the fateful day of Omowura’s death, the musician used the ring on himself during an altercation with a friend, who had poured a drink on him.
In a fit of anger, Omowura struck himself on the chest with the ring.
Pa Ilelabewe explained that Omowura failed to revive himself using the antidote, his left leg, which could have saved his life.
“I went to the hospital when I heard he had been rushed there,” Pa Ilelabewe recounted, visibly emotional. “When I saw the ring on him, I knew immediately that he had struck himself with it.”
This confession from the herbalist shocked Kasnaty.
The broadcaster, who said he had spent years investigating the conflicting reports surrounding Omowura’s death, now had a definitive answer.
The ring, designed for Omowura’s protection, had become his downfall.
“I started playing Ayinla Omowura’s music on my shows, and during the lockdown, I visited his family home.
“ I even interviewed his daughter, Kubura, and connected with other family members,” Kasnaty explained.
He noted that his research revealed many lesser-known details about the musician’s life and family, including the identity of one of Omowura’s wives, Ramotalah, referenced in one of his songs.
Kasnaty’s revelation not only resolves the mystery of Ayinla Omowura’s death but also adds a deeply personal dimension to the tragedy.
Pa Ilelabewe, who had accompanied Omowura to his shows across Nigeria, said he was devastated by the musician’s death.
The herbalist said he had always been the first to spray money on Omowura during performances, encouraging others to do the same, and the bond between the two men extended beyond professional collaboration.
“I was pained by his death. He was my elder brother. We are from the same Itoko indigenes. I followed him everywhere he performed, from Kano to Kaduna, Maiduguri, and beyond,” the herbalist said, adding that the ring he had prepared to protect Omowura was the very instrument of his demise.
PLATFORM TIMES reports that through his groundbreaking research, Kasnaty has become the first broadcaster to publicly disclose the true cause of Ayinla Omowura’s death.
His work sheds light on a tragic accident that ended the life of one of Nigeria’s most beloved musicians, ensuring that future generations understand the full story of Omowura’s life and untimely death.
For Kasnaty, this journey has been both professional and personal. “There’s nothing we can do about it now; Ayinla has passed. But it’s important to let future generations know what really caused his death,” he concluded.
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