Friends, family members, associates, and fans across the globe will come together on January 6, 2026, to celebrate the posthumous 51st birthday of the late music icon Akiin Shuga, in a special event titled “Legacy Praise Jam.” The live praise session will stream globally on YouTube via @ShugaBand beginning at 4:00 PM.
The Legacy Praise Jam is a heartfelt musical tribute honoring the enduring life, faith, and artistic legacy of Akiin Shuga—an influential voice whose music, mentorship, and spiritual devotion left an indelible mark on gospel and contemporary African music. Though he is no longer physically present, his sound, message, and impact continue to inspire generations.
Organized and led by Shuga Band, the live praise session reflects Akiin Shuga’s lifelong commitment to worship, excellence, and community. The event is designed not as a moment of mourning, but as a joyful celebration of legacy—lifting praise in gratitude for a life well-lived and a purpose fulfilled.
The commemorative artwork for the event captures the essence of Akiin Shuga’s persona: dignified, reflective, and faith-driven. Set in gold and white tones, the image symbolizes honor, purity, and legacy, reinforcing the theme of praise as both remembrance and thanksgiving.
Family representatives describe the event as “a gathering of love and gratitude,” noting that Akiin Shuga consistently used his music to bring people together, heal hearts, and point lives toward hope. Friends and associates echo this sentiment, emphasizing that Legacy Praise Jam mirrors how Akiin himself would have wanted his birthday marked—with music, worship, and unity.
Viewers can expect a powerful lineup of live praise, musical reflections, and moments of remembrance curated by Shuga Band, many of whom worked closely with Akiin Shuga during his lifetime. The session will celebrate not only his age milestone but also the spiritual and cultural inheritance he left behind.
The public is warmly invited to join this global moment of praise, reflection, and celebration.
Event Details
📅 Date: January 6, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Platform: YouTube
🎶 Channel: @ShugaBand
Legacy lives on. Praise continues. Akiin Shuga forever.
GTCO 
Duke of Shomolu