Afro-beat star, Femi Kuti has reacted to the death of veteran musician, Orlando Julius.

Orlando died on Thursday night despite no sign of illness.

Femi Kuti, via his Instagram page, described Orlando as a great musician and a great saxophonist.

He offered condolences to the family of the deceased.

Alongside Orlando’s picture, Kuti wrote: “Just heard of the passing of Mr Orlando Julius, RIP Sir, condolences to his family, praying for strength and comfort for his family at this difficult time.

“He was a great musician and great saxophonist.”

Orlando, while alive, was a contemporary of the late Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.