Legendary Urhobo Musician, Chief Sally Young, dies at age 91

Legendary Urhobo Musician, Chief Sally Young, dies at age 91

Legendary Urhobo-born highlife musician, Chief Daniel Iriferi, popularly known as Sally Young, is dead.

The musician died on Sunday after a brief illness at the age of 91.

Sally Young hailed from Abraka in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State.

The famous musician reigned in the 70s, 80s, 90s and the early 2000s for his hit songs such as Oko Oko, Weji Vwe Vwo and many others.

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