Nazizi mourns death of her three-year old son Jazeel

Legendary Reggae Artist and Rapper, Nazizi, mourns the untimely death of her three-year-old son, Jazeel Adam, who passed away on Christmas Day.

In a statement released through her Instagram account, the mother of two, revealed that their son passed on while on vacation in Tanzania in a hotel they were staying in.

Nazizi through his long-time friend and collaborator Wyre The Lovechild shared the sad news on Instagram. Photo: Nazizi/Instagram

Nazizi, in honor of her son, earnestly implores the media, fans and public to uphold the sanctity of family and the preciousness of life.

She went on to ask for privacy and respect as they navigate during these tough times.

Nazizi with husband Adam Tanaka and kids Tafari and Jazeel while celebrating Eid Mubarak early this year. Photo: Nazizi/Instagram

“In these dark times, the light of a child’s life, in all its innocence and joy – is undeniably the purest.”

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In addition, “The void left by the loss is both immeasurable and the pain is unbearable.”

Jazeel was the son of Nazizi and his husband, Adam. She also has another son, Tafari Firoz, from her previous relationship.

Nazizi kids. The brothers Tafari and Jazeel shared an unbreakable bond and love. Photo: Jazeel Adam/Instagram

Jazeel was flown back to Nairobi and buried on Wednesday 26.12.2023 according to his religion (Islam).

Nazizi during burial of her late son Jazeel. Photo: Jaffarai/Instagram

According to photos shared by her cousin and Tanzanian musician Jaffarai, those in attendance were her long-time friends, Wyre and Prezzo.

Wyre, Prezzo attended the burial ceremony of Nazizi's kid Jazeel. Photo: Jaffarai/Instagram — Wyre, Prezzo attended the burial ceremony of Nazizi’s kid Jazeel. Photo: Jaffarai/Instagram

Jaffarai who is Nazizi’s first cousin shared the exclusive photos on his Instagram accompanied by the press statement.

Nazizi’s Health Battle With Son Jazeel

Nazizi has had a rough and tough time with her son whom she realized had profound hearing loss when he was a few months old.

She fought so hard, with love, dedication and compassion, with the help of her husband to see her son get better.

Nazizi with her son Jazeel after a successful surgery. She wrote, "Love you, my little warrior @jazeeladam, mama Gat you forever." Photo: Nazizi/Instagram — Nazizi with her son Jazeel after a successful surgery. She wrote, “Love you, my little warrior @jazeeladam, mama Gat you forever.” Photo: Nazizi/Instagram

Jazeel as young as he was was fitted with hearing aids on 28.02.2023, but, unfortunately, they noticed it didn’t help as much to develop his speech.

Naz enrolled him in a Cochlear Implant Surgery on 3.08.2023 and it was successful and an emotional moment for the family.

Naz and son during their happy moments. Photo: Naz/Instagram

He responded to sound after the CI (Cochlear Implant) was switched on 05.09.2023 and the family was grateful to God and fans for the support and prayers.

Nazizi wrote, “Patience is something we are learning everyday. Patience and faith that all will work out. It’s been about a week since the switch on and tomorrow the speech therapy starts.”