Popular Disc jockeys in Ebute Metta, Ibadan Street, Lagos DJ Midas is dead!

Sources said DJ Midas, whose real name is Michael Adedoyin, died after a brief illness yesterday Tuesday September 27th.

Shortly before his death, DJ Midas worked with Silverbird’s Rhythm FM. He joined the radio station in 1998 as a pioneer and regular DJ host. He was 45.

Siverbird Rhythm has confirmed the death, with a statement released on their official website.

“We are sad to announce the passing away of a friend, former colleague and one of the baddest DJs in Nigeria, Michael Adedoyin aka DJ Midas,” the statement reads.

“DJ Midas as he is fondly called by his fans and loved ones was one of the pioneers of Disc jockeying in Nigeria. He was adored by many due to his jovial nature as well as his skills on the turntable.

“After working for many years at Silverbird’s Rhythm 93.7FM, he went on to continue his career as a DJ, still delivering top notch entertainment to his many adoring fans. Our prayers are with his family at this time even as they mourn his death.”

An outpour of condolences has hit social media, with artistes, friends, and members of the music community showing expressing their sadness at his passing.

Dj Humility and Chascolee gained fame through him.