Wizkids mother, Jane Dolapo Balogun, passed away on August 18, 2023, in London due to a brief illness. She was survived by her husband, Muniru Olatunji Balogun, and four children: Yetunde Balogun, Omolara Osunkoya, Olubusayo Balogun, and Ayodeji ‘Wizkid’ Balogun. Wizkid has spoken publicly about the death of his mother, saying that it hurts deeply and is the deepest pain he has ever felt in his life. He has not been on social media or in the public eye since the death of his mother, but he appeared at her wake-keep ceremony, which is a sign that he is beginning to grieve publicly. Wizkid has released songs like "Joy" and "Mama" in tribute to his mother, and he has spoken about how her passing has influenced his music, motivating him to create music that would make her proud.