Malawi’s music icon, Soldier Lucius Banda, has been laid to rest today at Sosola Village in Balaka in an event that attracted many Malawians.

Lucius passed away on Sunday in a hospital in South Africa following a long illness, and his body arrived in Malawi at Chileka International Airport on Tuesday.

He was laid to rest after a mass and funeral ceremony at Balaka Stadium. The event was attended by President Lazarus Chakwera and his wife, Monica. Vice President Michael Usi and other government officials were also present.

The former president, Bakili Muluzi, and his son Atupele were also in attendance.

Until his death, Banda was an advisor to the president on youth and arts.

Rest In Peace Soldier Lucius Banda