The Nigerian music industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of popular Juju and Highlife singer Iyun Janet Oluwatoyosi Ajilore, widely known by her stage name, St. Janet.
The veteran entertainer reportedly passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026, after a brief illness, bringing to an end a career that earned her admiration among lovers of Juju and Highlife music in Nigeria and beyond.
News of her death was made public on Sunday by Nigerian publisher and socialite, Otunba Femi Davies, who announced the sad development in a post shared on Facebook.
Confirming her passing, Davies 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.”
St. Janet was widely celebrated for her captivating stage performances, powerful vocal delivery and ability to entertain audiences at social gatherings and live events. Her energetic performances and distinctive blend of Juju and Highlife music earned her a loyal fan base both within Nigeria and among the Nigerian diaspora.
Throughout her career, she remained a familiar figure in the Juju music scene, where she was recognised for her lively party songs and unique performance style that resonated with fans across generations.
Tributes are expected to continue pouring in from colleagues, fans and other stakeholders in the entertainment industry as they remember her contributions to the growth and preservation of Juju music.