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Nigeria: Veteran Fuji Musician Kollington Ayinla Speaks On Near-Death Experience

todayJanuary 24, 2024 4

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“It is only God that can save a person, but they tried for me because I could have died, but due to their efforts, I was saved.”

Fuji maestro Kollington Ayinla has shared his recovery journey at Lagos State Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) in Ikeja.

In a video obtained by PREMIUM TIMES on Tuesday, the 74-year-old expressed gratitude to the hospital management and individuals who played a role in his improved health.

The Fuji star was admitted into LASUTH after being ill for over a week. There were growing concerns over his health after news filtered in over the weekend with his daughter debunking his death rumours making the rounds.

In the video shared on LASUTH Ikeja’s Facebook page, Ayinla said many thought he had died.

Ayinla, who sat on a bed wearing native attire, stated that his health had significantly improved.

He thanked Adetokunbo Adenanwo, who is in charge of the hospital, for his crucial role in his recovery.

He further appreciated Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his administration members for equipping LASUTH with relevant equipment that aided his recovery.

He, however, didn’t reveal the details of the ailment.

He said, “All Lagosians, we thank you. We are using this medium to appreciate you. There are a lot of things that people don’t know about LASUTH, and we want to show you under the leadership of Adetokunbo O. Fabamwo.

“It is only God that can save a person, but they tried for me because I could have died, but due to their efforts, I was saved.

“Alhaji General Kollignton Ayinla, the leader of all Fuji musicians, I speak. A lot of people thought I was dead. But LASUTH, they are a king (in terms of treatment). I hail their efforts; you tried. I thank our Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. I appreciate your support. I also thank the Chief of Staff.

“I thank Nigerians, those who could visit me and those who could not come. It wasn’t a slight ailment. I won’t use the ailment to repay you because many people thought I was dead, but we thank God. LASUTH saved my life, and I thank God. Those who sent money because they couldn’t come.”

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Ayinla last made headlines on 18 December 2020 when he graced the occasion of the maiden edition of Fuji: A Opera in Lagos.