Salawa Abeni Reveals Five-Year Paralysis After Son's Death

Salawa Abeni, a veteran of Waka music, shared her harrowing experience of being paralyzed for five years after the death of her son during an interview with the YouTube channel Oyinmomo. She described the profound impact her son's passing had on her, leading to paralysis from the neck down and requiring assistance with basic activities such as bathing and dressing.

Abeni recounted her journey in search of healing, stating, “I faced challenges when my first son died such that I was paralyzed for five years.” Despite her health struggles, she remained committed to her music career, stating that she never tired of music. Abeni also addressed misconceptions about her role in Waka music, clarifying that the genre existed before her career began, with older women already performing it.

Throughout her career, she faced various challenges, including serious health episodes during performances.