..Wumi’s emotional debut performance keeps veteran singers musical legacy alive
The musical legacy of late Nigerian juju singer, St. Janet, appears set to live on through her daughter, Omowunmi, popularly known as Wumi.
Wumi recently took to the stage to perform in honour of her late mother, marking an emotional moment for the family as they continue to mourn the veteran singer.
In a video circulating on social media, Wumi is seen performing before an audience as she paid tribute to her mother, whose decades-long career established her as a notable figure in Nigeria’s juju music scene.
The performance has attracted attention because of its symbolism, with Wumi seemingly beginning to take up the musical baton following the death of her mother.
A comment accompanying the video described it as Wumi’s first stage performance, making the occasion particularly significant as she honoured her mother while potentially opening a new chapter in the family’s musical legacy.
St. Janet, who died in August 2026, was widely remembered as a prominent figure in Nigerian juju music. Her death sparked tributes from colleagues, fans and family members.
For Wumi, however, the loss comes with the added responsibility of preserving the memory and musical legacy of a mother whose songs touched the lives of many Nigerians.
Although it remains unclear whether Wumi will pursue music professionally, her emotional performance has given St. Janet’s admirers hope that the singer’s musical legacy will continue to resonate through the next generation.