Nofaklife, a close friend of the late Nigerian juju-highlife singer St Janet, has broken down in an emotional social media post, revealing that the singer suffered and was tested before her death. The tribute was shared on Sunday, August 2, 2026, drawing immediate attention and sparking a wave of reactions online.
In her post, Nofaklife appealed to Nigerians to pray for St Janet's soul, emphasising the hardship the singer endured in her final days. She wrote: "Nigerians, please help me pray for St Janet my friend, she suffered before she eventually died. She was tested. She tried. Pls pray to God Almighty to forgive all her sins and also give her eternal rest."
The grieving friend also directed a pointed message at those who failed to respond when called upon for help, urging people to stop abandoning those around them in moments of need. "I am not feeling fine at all, so St Janet my friend is gone and I wouldn't see her anymore oooo," she added.
St Janet's Legacy and the Controversial Hit Song
St Janet was a juju-highlife act whose music blended traditional Nigerian rhythms with contemporary influences. Her career, however, was not without controversy. Her recording "Faaji Plus," which featured explicit lyrics, earned her multiple bans from regulatory bodies including the Performing Musicians Employers' Association of Nigeria (PMAN) and the Lagos State House of Assembly. These bans made her a polarising figure in the Nigerian music scene and have since become central to public discussions about her life and afterlife.
The news of her death, coupled with Nofaklife's emotional plea, has reignited conversations about morality, judgment, and the role of faith in determining eternal rest. Many social media users have taken to various platforms to express their condolences, while others have engaged in heated debates about how St Janet's life choices should factor into prayers for her soul.
Fans Debate Faith, Judgment, and Forgiveness
The post quickly drew dozens of responses on Facebook, with users sharing conflicting views on whether prayers can secure forgiveness for someone after death. Peter Paul commented: "He determined what she do when she was alive no prayer can make God to forgive her if she do bad things wen she was alive, because Jesus has already come to this live to teach us how we will do things in a way that we please God, at least she is not a little baby before she die she already no the difference of good and bad so live Georgement for God Almighty it is well."
Temitope Adeleye offered a softer perspective: "Her song or the way she spent her life doesnt determine her eternity, Her heart and kindness is what God want. May her soul rest in peace."
Treasure Oyekanmi wrote: "No one can confess your sin on your behalf and pray that God should forgive someone, you will be the one to ask for forgiveness yourself."
Evan Mogaji Olarewaju Daniel said: "I don't know the reason why we Christians does not have the fear of God, if one cannot sing is it compulsory to sing, this is a lesson to all our up coming musician."
Abbey Kingston added: "I got through a potion in the Bible that what death met you doing last you will be judge with, like you been doing good and at a point of death you now change to bad vis vasa."
Olajuwon Michael simply wrote: "Leave a holy life and no amount of prayer that can safe you after death."
Related News: Spiritual Leader Emmanuel Alogbo Dies
In a separate development, Legit.ng reported that the Cherubim & Seraphim Movement Church Worldwide announced the death of its Spiritual Father, His Most Eminence Emmanuel Alogbo, at age 93. The church revealed he died peacefully at his Lagos residence in the early hours of July 30, 2026, surrounded by family and staff. In a statement, the church described Alogbo as a devoted servant of God and declared seven days of prayer sessions in his honour.
The deaths of both public figures have prompted wider reflection on mortality, legacy, and the importance of supporting those in need while they are still alive. Nofaklife's tearful plea serves as a stark reminder of the pain that comes with losing a loved one after a period of suffering, and her call for compassion and prayer has resonated with many Nigerians who have followed the story.
