Tiwa Savage, Burna Boy, Joeboy Cop Awards At AFRIMA 2019, See Winners List

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November 26, 2019

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Some of the biggest winners of the night were Burna Boy who grabbed two awards, Wizkid won ‘Song of the Year’ with ‘Fever’. Other winners include Joeboy, Tiwa Savage, DJ Spinall.

Check out the list of winners from the AFRIMA Awards 2019.

AFRIMA Fans Favourite Award

Mohammed Ramadan (Winner)

Davido

Ferre Gola

Skiibii

The Ben

WB Wasafi

Kuami Eugene

Lbenj

Magasco

Gims & Maluma

Revelation of The African Continent

Hamada Helal

Kid X

Nikita Kering (winner)

Rosa Ree

Sho Madjozi

Skiibii

Stellaman

Wurld

Best Artiste/Group/ Duo On African POP

Diamond Plantnumz

Mlindo The Vocalist

Firbeoy

Joeboy (Winner)

Skiibii

Vanessa Mdee

Wax Dee

Yann’sine

Magasco

Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Rock

Ahmed Soultan (Morocco) – ‘Wonder’

Cairokee (Egypt) – ‘Kan Lak Ma’aya’

Cobhams Asuquo (Nigeria) – ‘Starlight’

Daphil Colag (Nigeria) – ‘My Season’

Jano Band (Ethiopia) – ‘Yetikur Almaz’

Jeremy Loops (South Africa) – ‘Gold’

Mohombi (Congo) – ‘Hello’ ft. Youssou N’dour

Rash (Kenya) – ‘Grave Robbers’ (Winner)

Best Artist, Duo or Group in African R&B & Soul

Ahmed Soultan (Morocco) – ‘Draw My Life’

Anna Joyce (Angola) – ‘Destino’

C4 Pedro (Angola) – ‘Se Eu Soubesse’

Davido & Chris Brown (Nigeria) – ‘Blow My Mind’

Hillzy (Zimbabwe) – ‘TV Room’ ft. Garry Mapanzure (Winner)

Landrick (Angola) – ‘Distância’

Locko (Cameroon) – ‘Let Go’

Sarz & WurlD (Nigeria) – ‘Trobul’

Sidiki Diabaté (Mali) – ‘I Love You’

Tellaman & Shekinah & Nasty C (South Africa) – ‘Whipped’

Most Promising Artist in Africa

Ariel Sheney (Cote d’Ivoire) – ‘Amina’

Bráulio Alexandre (Angola) – ‘Que Nada Nos Separe’ ft. Rui Orlando & DJ Malvado (Winner)

Farid Ghannam (Morocco) – ‘Belgana

Fireboy DML (Nigeria) – ‘Jealous’

Hillzy (Zimbabwe) – ‘TV Room’ ft. Garry Mapanzure

Nada Azhari (Morocco) – ‘JRIT’

Rema (Nigeria) – ‘Dumebi’

Shan’L (Gabon) – ‘C’est Pas Les Gbés Gbés Gbés’

The Big Hash (South Africa) – ‘Circles’

Yann’Sine (Algeria) – ‘J’essaie’

Songwriter of the Year in Africa

Afrie (Uganda) – ‘Let Her Know’ by Afrie

Asikey George (Nigeria) – ‘Love with You’ by Asikey

HanikesH Muzik, YoBass, Ye (Angola) – ‘Vale Milhoes’ by YoBase

Kanvee Adams (Liberia) – ‘Mama’ (Winner)

Nikita Kering (Kenya) – ‘Tragedy’ by Nikita

Nsikayesizwe David Junior Ngcobo & Rowlene (South Africa) – ‘SMA’ by Nasty C ft. Rowlene

Olivia Ingasiani Ambani (Kenya) – ‘Better Than Just Fine’ By Olivia Ambani

Sarz, WurlD (Nigeria) – ‘Trobul’ by Sarz & WurlD’

Tamer Hussin (Egypt) – ‘Naseny Leh’ by Tamer Hosny

Best Male Artist, Duo or Group in African Inspirational Music

Daphil Colag (Nigeria) – ‘My Season’

Hamza El Fadly (Morocco) – ‘Ma Nensak’

Harmonize (Tanzania) – ‘Never Give Up’

Johnny Drille (Nigeria) – ‘Papa’

Mr. Leo (Cameroon) – ‘Amen’

Ommy Dimpoz (Tanzania) – ‘Ni Wewe’

Onesimus (Malawi) – ‘Sounds of Peace’ (Winner)

Tim Godfrey (Nigeria) – ‘Nara’ ft.Travis Greene

Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Contemporary

2Baba (Nigeria) – ‘Oyi’ (Winner)

Adil Assil (Morocco) – ‘Lala Moulati’

Fally Ipupa (DRC) – ‘Aime-moi’

Kerozen (Cote d’Ivoire) – ‘La Victoire’

Kizz Daniel (Nigeria) – ‘Madu’

Mbosso (Tanzania) – ‘Hodari’

Salatiel (Cameroon) – ‘Anita’

Salif Keita (Mali) – ‘Tonton’

Sjava (South Africa) – ‘Umama’

Tamy Moyo (Zimbabwe) – ‘Kwandinobva’

Tiwa Savage (Nigeria) – ‘One’

Producer of the Year in Africa

Kel P (Nigeria) – ‘On the Low’ (Burna Boy) ‘Gbona’ (Burna Boy) ‘Killin Dem’ (Burna Boy ft. Zlatan) – (Winner)

Mace (South Africa) – ‘Umama’ (Sjava)

Nasty C (South Africa) – ‘SMA’ (Nasty C ft. Rowlene)

Prince Kaybee (South Africa) – ‘Banomoya’ (Prince Kaybee ft. Buslswa and TNS)

S2Kizzy (Tanzania) – ‘Tetema’ (Rayvanny ft. Diamond Platnumz)

Salatiel (Cameroon) – ‘Anita’ (Salatiel) ‘Ne Lâches Pas’ (Daphne)

Sarz (Nigeria) – ‘Trobul’ (Sarz & WurlD) ‘Bana’ (Niniola)

Shizzi (Nigeria) – ‘Blow My Mind’ (Davido & Chris Brown)

TH Productions (Eygpt) – ‘Naseny Leh’ (tamer Hosny)

Vusi Nova (South Africa) – ‘Manyan-Nyan’

Best African Video

Adasa Cookey (Nigeria) – ‘Jericho’ by Simi ft. Patoranking

Director Kenny (Tanzania) – ‘Tetema’ by Rayvanny ft. Diamond Platnumz (Winner)

Jypheal Tayorault (Cote d’Ivoire) – ‘I Love You’ by Sidiki Diabaté

REX (Ghana) – ‘Oheemaa’ by Kuami Eugene ft. KIDI

Said El Marouk (Egypt/Lebanon) – ‘Naseny Leh’ by Tamer Hosny

Tebego ‘Tebza’ Malope (South Africa) – ‘Ngwa’ by Blick Bassy

Vusa Blaqs (Zimbabwe) – ‘Dzamutsana’ by Jah Prayzah

Best African Duo, Group or Band

B2C Kampala Boyz (Uganda) – ‘Yatonda’

MCharly Na Nina (Rwanda) – ‘Komeza Unyirebere’

Dream Boyz and Nelson Freitas (Angola) – ‘Falta de Mim’

Jano Band (Ethiopia) – ‘Yetikur Almaz’

Kika Troupe (Uganda) – ‘Nabalanga’

Mi Casa (South Africa) – ‘TOCA’ ft. Jay Em

Sauti Sol (Kenya) – ‘Extravaganza’ ft. Bensoul, Nviiri the Storyteller, Crystal Asige & Kaskazini (Winner)

Toofan (Togo) – ‘Ou Lè’ ft. Jacob Desvarieux & Kassav

WCB Wasafi (Tanzania) – Jibebe ft. Diamond Platnumz & Mbosso & Lavalava

Best African Dance or Choreography

Aminux (Morocco) – ‘Bini W Binek’ (Winner)

Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania) – ‘Inama’ ft. Fally Ipupa

DJ Arafat (Cote d’Ivoire) – ‘Moto Moto’

Irene Namatovu (Uganda) – ‘Tweyanze’

Niniola (Nigeria ) – ‘Bana’

Olamide (Nigeria) – ‘Woske’

Rayvanny (Tanzania) – ‘Tetema’ ft. Diamond Platnumz

Serge Beynaud (Cote d’Ivoire) – ‘Kota na Kota’

Toofan (Togo) – ‘Gbessi Gbeko’

Best African DJ

Black Coffee and David Guetta (South Africa) – ‘Drive’ ft. Delilah Montagu

DJ Africano (Morocco) – ‘Chandek’ ft. Muslim

DJ Maphorisa, DJ Raybel (South Africa) – ‘iWalk Ya Phara’ ft. Moonchild Sanelly, K.O & Zulu Mkhathini

DJ Moh Green (Algeria) – ‘Africa Proud’ ft. Wally B. Seck, Iba One, Josey, Fanicko, Stanley Enow, Kafon, Heritier, Dub Afrika & Bgmfk

DJ Neptune (Nigeria) – ‘Demo’ ft. Davido

DJ Spinall (Nigeria) – ‘Dis Love’ ft. Wizkid, Tiwa Savage (Winner)

DJ Tunez (Nigeria) – ‘Turn Up ft. Wizkid & Reekado

DJ Zinhle (South Africa) – Umlilo

RJ The DJ (Tanzania) – ‘Good Time Drip’ ft. Abba, Country Boy, Giggy Money, Sanja Boy & Queen Darleen

Best Female Artist in Eastern Africa

Irene Namatovu (Uganda) – ‘Tweyanze’

Maua Sama (Tanzania) – ‘Lokote’

Nandy (Tanzania) – ‘Aibu’

Nikita Kering (Kenya) – ‘Happy With You’ (Winner)

Rosa Ree (Tanzania) – ‘Dip n’ Wine It’ ft. G Nako

Sheeba (Uganda) – ‘Wankona’

Vanessa Mdee (Tanzania) – ‘Moyo’

Queen Darleen (Tanzania) – ‘Mbali’ ft. Harmonize

Best Female Artist in Western Africa

Aya Nakamura (Mali) – ‘Pookie’

Simi (Nigeria) – ‘I Dun Care’

Jossey (Ivory Coast) – ‘Mise Au Point’

Tiwa Savage (Nigeria) – ‘One’ (Winner)

Kanvee Adams (Liberia) – ‘Daily Prayer’

Teni (Nigeria) – ‘Case’

Manamba Kante (Guinea) – ‘Nany Baly’

Yemi Alade (Nigeria) – ‘Oh My Gosh’

MzVee (Ghana) – ‘Bend Down’ ft. Kuame Eugene

Niniola (Nigeria) – ‘Bana’

Best Female Artist in Central Africa

Anna Joyce (Angola) – ‘Destino’

Blanche Bailly (Cameroon) – ‘Ton Pied Mon Pied’

Bruna Tatiana (Angola) – ‘Musica Para Ti’

Charlotte Dipanda (Cameroon) – ‘Un Jour Dans Ma Vie’

Daphne (Cameroon) – ‘Ne Laches Pas’

Duda (Angola) – ‘Fica So’ ft. Landrick

Shan’L (Gabon) – ‘Ces’t Pas Les Gbes’ (Winner)

Titica (Angola) – ‘Giro De Bicycleta’ ft. Laton Cordeiro

Best Female Artist in Northern Africa

Jaylann (Morocco) – ‘Allo allo’

Kenza Morsli (Algeria) – ‘Kettal’

Nada Azhari (Morocco) – ‘Jrit’ (Winner)

Psychoqueen (Morocco) – ‘Enta’ Habibi’

Salma Rachid (Morocco) – ‘Ma Gazzelle’ ft. Mok Saib

Sherine (Egypt) – ‘Kadabeen’

Souhila Ben Lachhab (Algeria) – ‘Donia Gdeda’

Best Artist, Duo or Group in African Reggae, Ragga or Dancehall

Daphne (Cameroon) – ‘Ne Lâches Pas’

Navy Kenzo (Tanzania) – ‘Roll It’

Patorankin (Nigeria) – ‘Confirm ft. Davido’

Praiz (Nigeria) – ‘Hustle’ ft. Stonebwoy

Rosa Ree (Tanzania) – Dip n Wine It ft. G Nako

Rudeboy (Nigeria) – ‘Reason With Me’

Shatta Wale (Ghana) – ‘My Level’

Stonebwoy (Ghana) – ‘Tuff Seed’ (Winner)

Timaya Nigeria) – ‘Balance’

Winky D (Zimbabwe) – ‘MuGarden ft. Gemma’

Best Artist, Duo in Group in African Jazz

Black Motion (South Africa) – ‘Joy Joy’ ft. Brenden Praise

Brymo (Nigeria) – ‘Bá’nús?’Carmen Souza (Cabo Verde) – ‘Soul Searching’

Judith Sephuma (South Africa) – ‘Dance’

Mandisi Dyantyis (South Africa) – ‘Somandla’

Owen & Tiana (Gabon) – ‘African Time’ (Winner)

Ray Lema (DRC) – ‘Transcendance’

Sibusiso Mash Mashiloane (South Africa) – ‘African Heart’

Best Male Artist in Southern Africa

AKA (South Africa) – ‘Jika’ ft. Yanga Chief

Prince Kaybee ft Busiswa and TNS (South Africa) – ‘Banomoya’

Casper Nyovest (South Africa) – ‘Move For Me’ ft. Boskasie

Black Coffee and David Guetta (South Africa) – ‘Drive’ ft. Delilah Montagu

Sjava (South Africa) – ‘Umama’ (Fever) – (Winner)

Jah Prayzah (Zimbabwe) – ‘Dzamutsana’

Winky D (Zimbabwe) – ‘MuGarden’ ft. Gemma

Nasty C (South Africa) – ‘SMA’ ft. Rowlene

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Ahmed Soultan (Morocco) – ‘Draw My Life’

Amiinux (Morocco) – ‘Bini W Biwaen’ (UBA) (Winner)

Amr Diab (Egypt ) – ‘Bahebo’

Cairokee (Egypt) – ‘Kan Lak Ma ‘Ya’

DJ Moh Green (Algeria) – ‘Africa Proud’ ft. Wally B. Seck, IbaOne, Josey, Fanicko, Stanley, Kafon, Heritier, Dub Africa and BGMFK

Mostafa Hagag (Egypt) – ‘Khatwa’

Soolking (Algeria) – ‘Esperance’

Tamer Hosny (Egypt) – ‘Naseny Lay’

Yann’Sine (Morocco) – ‘J’essaie’

Best Male Artist in Western Africa

Burna Boy (Nigeria) – ‘Ye’ (Winner)

Davido (Nigeria) – ‘Wonder Woman’

Kizz Daniel (Nigeria) – ‘Madu’

Wizkid (Nigeria) – ‘FeKing Promise (Ghana) – ‘Abena’

Salif Keita (Mali) – ‘Gnamale’ ft. Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Shatta Wale (Ghana) – ‘My Level’

Sidiki Diabate (Mali) – ‘I Love You’

DJ Arafat (Ivory Coast) – ‘Moto Moto 50 ‘

Song of the Year in Africa

‘Banomoya’ – Prince Kaybee (South Africa) ft. Busiswa & TNS

‘Blow My Mind’ – Davido & Chris Brown (Nigeria)

‘Fever’ – Wizkid (Nigeria) – (Winner)

‘Iokote’ – Maua Sama and Hanstone (Tanzania)

‘Naseny Leh’ – Tamer Hosny (Egypt)

‘On The Low’– Burna Boy (Nigeria)

‘SMA’ – Nasty C ft. Rowlene (South Africa)

‘Tetema’ – Rayvanny (Tanzania) ft. Diamond Platnumz

‘Umama’ – Sjava (South Africa)

Artist of the Year in Africa

Aminux (Morocco) – ‘Bini W Binek’

Burna Boy (Nigeria) – ‘Gbona’ (Winner)

Daphne (Cameroon) – ‘Ne Lâches Pas’

Davido (Nigeria ) – ‘Wonder Woman’

Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania) – ‘Kanyaga’

Nasty C (South Africa) – ‘SMA’ ft. Rowlene

Prince Kaybee (South Africa) – ‘Banomoya’ ft. Busiswa and TNS

Tamer Hosny (Egypt) – ‘Naseny Leh’

Wizkid (Nigeria) – ‘Fever’

Best Male Artist in Central Africa

C4 Pedro (Angola) – ‘Se Eu Soubesse’

Fally Ipupa (DRC) – ‘Aime Moi’

Locko (Cameroon) – ‘Let Go’

Magasco (Cameroon) – ‘Calling My Driver’ ft. Mimie

Maitre Gims (DRC) – ‘Hola Senorita’ ft. Maluma

Rui Orlando (Angola) – ‘Me Leva Contigo’ ft. Barbara Bandeira

Niska (Congo Brazzaville) – ‘Medicament’

Salatiel (Cameroon) – ‘Anita’ (Winner)

Ya Levis (DRC) – ‘Katchua’

Best Male Artist in Eastern Africa

Boy Black (Madagascar) – ‘Hitambarako’

Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania) – ‘Inama’ ft. Fally Ipupa

Harmonize (Tanzania) – ‘Never Give Up’

Khaligraph Jones (Kenya) – ‘Leave Me Alone’ (Winner)

Shyn (Madagascar) – ‘Ngoma’ ft. Denise

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BBNaija Day 54: Housemates Recover From a Night of Freaky Fun With a Slow Morning

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September 18, 2025

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BBNaija Day 54 housemates recover after freaky fun night

It was all fun and games in Biggie’s house last night as the housemates let loose in a wild session of spicy charades that kept everyone laughing into the early hours. But after so much energy, Day 54 began at a much slower pace.

The night’s highlight was a daring twist on charades where the housemates had to guess sexual positions through live demonstrations. The boys gave their best efforts, with Kola stealing the spotlight and eventually clinching victory for the guys with his bold antics.

Not to be outdone, the ladies brought their A-game. Zita wowed the house when she pulled off a daring split on Kaybobo, but it was Joanna who claimed the crown with an outrageous stunt that left the house in stitches.

By morning, the house was unusually quiet. Most of the housemates stayed in bed until 11 a.m., recovering from the fun-filled night. Once up, they eased back into routine. Joanna and Mensan served their punishments by crawling across the house, while Isabella got busy scrubbing the toilets after being tagged the “house snail of the week.”

The party vibes may have slowed them down, but the energy in the house remains high as the BBNaija S10 journey continues.

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Cardi B Announces Arena Tour and Pregnancy with Stefon Diggs

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September 17, 2025

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Cardi B

Cardi B reveals her Little Miss Drama Tour and pregnancy with Stefon Diggs, as she prepares to release Am I the Drama? and project $46M tour revenue.

Cardi B, born Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar Cephus, has revealed two major life updates: her first-ever headlining arena tour and the news that she is expecting her fourth child.

The Grammy-winning rapper announced that The Little Miss Drama Tour will kick off in February 2026, spanning more than 30 cities across North America. The tour supports her highly anticipated album Am I the Drama?, set for release on September 19.

In an interview with Gayle King on CBS Mornings (September 17), Cardi confirmed she is pregnant with her first child with boyfriend Stefon Diggs, wide receiver for the Houston Texans. She said the baby is due before the tour begins and expressed confidence in balancing motherhood and her demanding career.

The news follows her recent divorce from rapper Offset, with whom she shares three children. Despite the personal transitions, Cardi’s upcoming tour is already generating significant momentum, with presale ticket sales projected to surpass $46 million.

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Rema Faces Backlash Over Alleged Police Harassment of Contractor Amaka Obasi

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September 16, 2025

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Nigerian singer Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, is facing backlash on social media following allegations that he used the Nigeria Police Force to harass and detain a contractor, Amaka Obasi, over a payment dispute.

The claims were made on X (formerly Twitter) by a user identified as Derrick (@software_artist), who alleged that Rema had engaged Amaka for multiple renovation projects, including work on his mother’s house in Benin, his personal residence, and later commissioned her to build a music studio and improve a water system.

According to Derrick, the disagreement began after Amaka requested payment for services rendered. He alleged that Rema tricked her into attending a meeting, after which she was arrested by operatives of the Force CID at Alagbon, Lagos, and forced to pay over ₦1 million as bail over the weekend.

“Rema is using the Nigeria Police Force to harass and detain Amaka Obasi all because she asked for payment on the project he commissioned her to do,” Derrick claimed in a widely shared post.

The allegations have sparked widespread criticism online, with many users demanding accountability from the police and urging Rema to respond to the claims.

As of press time, neither Rema nor the Nigeria Police Force has issued an official statement regarding the matter.

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BBNaija S10: Denari, Tracy Evicted as Ebuka Steals Show with Obasanjo-Inspired Agbada

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September 15, 2025

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The drama and glamour of Big Brother Naija Season 10 intensified on Sunday night with a double eviction, a bold fashion statement from host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, and fresh conversations around housemates’ intimacy in the show.

Denari and Tracy Evicted

Housemates Denari and Tracy became the latest contestants to leave the house during the live eviction show in Lagos.

Denari was the first to be evicted. On stage, Ebuka teased him about missing fellow housemate Doris, hinting it might have influenced his early exit. Denari, however, said he was looking forward to life after the show, revealing plans to pursue careers in acting, music, and entertainment hosting—even joking that he could replace Ebuka as BBNaija host, a remark that drew laughter from fans.

Tracy soon followed as the second eviction of the night. Reflecting on her time in the house, she admitted she had grown tired of the experience, describing her stay as full of “ups and downs.” Though she confessed she had no immediate post-eviction plans, Tracy said she was open to embracing any opportunities that come her way.

Ebuka also highlighted her close bond with fellow housemate Zita, praising their “sismance” as one of the positive dynamics of the season.

Ebuka Stuns in Obasanjo-Inspired Agbada

Beyond the evictions, host Ebuka once again stole the spotlight with his fashion-forward tribute to Nigerian history.

He arrived in an Obasanjo-inspired agbada, a creative recreation of the attire worn by former Head of State Olusegun Obasanjo during his 1977 White House visit with U.S. President Jimmy Carter.

Sharing the look on his X handle, Ebuka wrote:
“Recreated by @deco_d29, inspired by the viral photo of Nigeria’s longest serving head of state, President Olusegun Obasanjo at the White House with former US President, Jimmy Carter in 1977.”

The richly embroidered agbada, paired with a regal cap and walking staff, drew admiration online and cemented Ebuka’s reputation as a style icon of the BBNaija franchise.

Ex-Housemate Weighs In on Intimacy in the House

Meanwhile, former housemate Adekunle Olapade stirred conversation off-stage after commenting on the rising intimacy in Season 10, tagged “10/10.”

With videos of relationships between Koyin and Isabella as well as Jason Jae and Sultana making rounds, Adekunle explained in an interview with Pulse that nudity within the house plays a role in fueling attraction.

“All the housemates see each other naked,” he said. “You cannot be in a house with somebody you see without clothes almost every day and not feel attracted to them. It won’t work.”

Adekunle, who competed in the Level Up season (2022) and the All Stars edition, added that critics of housemates’ intimacy were being “hypocritical,” insisting there was nothing wrong with consenting adults forming relationships in the house.

The Season Heats Up

With Denari and Tracy gone, Season 10 of Big Brother Naija is tightening up as new alliances, romances, and rivalries take center stage. From Ebuka’s fashion moments to shifting dynamics in the house, viewers remain glued to their screens as the race for the grand prize continues.

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Phyna’s Sister, Ruth, Reportedly Laid to Rest After Fatal Accident

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September 13, 2025

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“Funeral held for Ruth Otabor, sister of BBNaija winner Phyna, after fatal accident

Ruth Otabor, the younger sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has reportedly been laid to rest following her tragic passing.

Ruth died after being involved in a road accident that allegedly involved a Dangote truck. The incident left her with severe injuries, and despite efforts to save her, she did not survive.

*Phyna’s Sister Ruth Reportedly Laid to Rest After Fatal Accident*

The Dangote Group has been reported to have assisted in evacuating her remains after the crash. While investigations into the exact circumstances of the incident are still ongoing, the development has sparked conversations about road safety and the recurring involvement of heavy-duty trucks in fatal accidents across Nigeria.

Ruth’s death has left her family, friends, and fans of Phyna in deep mourning. Many have taken to social media to share condolence messages, offering prayers and support to the Otabor family during this difficult period.

Phyna, who rose to fame after winning the Big Brother Naija “Level Up” edition in 2022, has yet to make a detailed public statement, but close associates confirm she is deeply devastated by the loss.

The burial reportedly took place today, with family members calling for privacy as they grieve the sudden tragedy.

May Ruth’s soul rest in peace.

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