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Young rapper to be buried on Saturday

Jan 30, 2015, 10:32 AM | Article By: Njie Baldeh

The body of Ebson Jallow, who dreamt of being the country’s biggest rapper, is arriving today and Saturday will be the burial, according to his management team.

Ebson died after being hit by a vehicle on New Year’s Eve in Italy.This happened less than one month after he travelled to Europe to join his family.

His former manager, Journalist Nfally Fadera, said the young rapper left a legacy. “At his age (less than 15), Ebson had more than four singles in two years”

He added: “During our brief union, he demonstrated a great deal of dedication and commitment to his music career.”

Nfally describe Ebson as “always smiling and respectful, soft spoken and would talk less because of his distinguished personality; everyone loves him, and as a result he’s always drew crowds of people wherever he was.”

He added: “We are not here to live forever, but to leave a legacy, and Ebrima Ebson Jallow has demonstrated just that. It was wonderful being your manager, and thanks for the trust and confidence bestowed on me.”

The former Ndow’s Comprehensive student, according to friends, was the shy type, friendly, very respectful.Ebson was always smiling, soft spoken and would talk less.