The sibling of Rebecca Ikumelo, a 33-year-old enthusiast who tragically lost her life due to injuries sustained during a crowd stampede outside London’s Brixton Academy during Asake’s concert, has expressed dissatisfaction with the artist for using Rebecca’s image without seeking the family’s consent.

Afrobeat sensation Asake recently hosted a concert at the 02 Arena, where he once again honored those who passed away outside Brixton Academy in December 2022. Asake, the sixth Nigerian vocalist to successfully fill the 02 Arena in London, UK, captivated his supporters with an exceptional performance. Regarding the singer’s tribute, Racheal remarked that it was inappropriate and expressed a desire that he had communicated with them beforehand.

She said: “What a sorry excuse of a “tribute” from @asakemusik. My sister lost her life at your show and you haven’t spoken to a single member of my family since. But you can hold another concert in London less than 9 months later and play her videos as a “tribute”? RIP to my sister Rebecca Ikumelo and also to Gaby Hutchinson.”

Remember that Rebecca Ikumeleo passed away following a stampede during Asake’s concert at the Brixton O2 Academy in London, United Kingdom, on December 15, 2022, a Thursday. Asake had conveyed his condolences to the deceased’s family, expressing his disbelief at the unexpected occurrence.

He wrote, “I am devastated by the news that Rebecca Ikumelo, who was in critical condition since Thursday, has sadly passed away.

“My sincerest condolences to her loved ones at this time. Let us please keep her family in our prayers. I have spoken to them, and will continue to do so.

“I am overwhelmed with grief and could never have imagined anything like this happening.”