LAGOS, Nigeria(VOICE OF NAIJA)- Shock rippled through the Nigerian music space on Sunday following reports that Afro-Fuji singer Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, is dead, a claim that has triggered widespread mourning, speculation and urgent calls for confirmation.
The report first surfaced on January 18, 2025, after Instagram investigative journalist Temilola Sobola announced the alleged passing in a brief post that quickly went viral.
“Singer Destiny Boy has passed away. May his soul Rest In Peace🕊️,” Sobola wrote, setting off an emotional wave across social media.
Soon after, disturbing videos began circulating online, purportedly showing the young artiste lying motionless in the backseat of a car, with his nostrils reportedly stuffed with cotton wool while being transported to a mortuary.
The graphic clips intensified reactions online, even as conflicting accounts emerged about what may have led to his reported death. Some claims allege he died at the residence of a herbalist during a spiritual consultation, while other rumors point to a failed money ritual, none of which have been officially verified.
Further fueling the emotional storm, another viral video showed a woman identified as Destiny Boy’s sister crying uncontrollably and begging him to wake up. In the footage, she lamented that he was “the only star in the family” and accused him of leaving without warning, a moment that left many fans shaken.
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Old clips from the singer’s life have resurfaced, showing him participating in traditional rites. He is a known Ifa initiate and has publicly spoken about divination, ancestral wisdom, and using it to unlock destiny. These developments have further fueled speculation and confusion surrounding the situation.
Destiny Boy, who rose to fame as a child prodigy, became a household name after delivering Fuji-style covers of popular songs such as Davido’s “Fia.” He later carved a niche by blending Fuji rhythms with Afrobeats, releasing tracks like “Lamba” that earned him a loyal following and industry recognition.
In recent months, the singer’s personal life had also drawn attention. In November 2024, reports emerged that he had welcomed his first child at the age of 20. Earlier that year, he made headlines again after allegedly proposing to his lover with a diamond ring reportedly worth millions of naira, reinforcing his image as a rising star enjoying success at a young age.
Despite the emotional tributes pouring in, doubts continue to trail the reports as no official statement has been released by his family, management or major music industry bodies, prompting some observers to urge caution.
For now, fans remain caught between grief and uncertainty, refreshing timelines for clarity while hoping for an authoritative update that will finally confirm or dispel the troubling reports surrounding Destiny Boy’s alleged death.
