Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! An alleged close associate of Destiny Boy has spoken out after the artist’s sudden death, addressing speculations surrounding what led to his passing. The late Nigerian singer reportedly died at the age of 22, a development that has thrown fans and colleagues into mourning. Legit.ng had earlier shared the sad news, noting that the young singer left behind a child he welcomed with his partner in November 2024. Since the announcement of his death, social media has been flooded with tributes, prayers, and messages of sympathy for his family. From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram. However, reports also emerged claiming that the singer vomited before he died. He is said to be buried today, January 18, 2025, in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Ruger reacts to the passing of 22-yr-old singer Destiny Boy: "No autopsy, Nothing!" In a new video that surfaced online, an unidentified man believed to be close to Destiny Boy was seen crying uncontrollably as he spoke about the singer’s final days. The emotional associate expressed deep pain over the loss, stressing that Destiny Boy was still very young and had a lot to live for. He reminded the public that death is inevitable and comes for everyone, regardless of status or wealth, while urging people to pray for a long life rather than judge the dead. Addressing rumours and negative comments circulating online, the associate revealed that Destiny Boy had been battling a health challenge before his death. According to him, the singer had been ill for some time, and efforts were made to save his life. Destiny Boy: Video shows what singer reportedly vomited before he died, peeps react, “Mysterious” The video has since sparked emotional reactions online, with many fans calling for compassion and respect for the late singer and his family as they mourn their loss. Legit.ng also reported that a video allegedly showing Destiny Boy's remains had surfaced online, intensifying ongoing death rumours. The clip went viral on social media, sparking concern and questions from many people, with the singer's cause of death still not stated. Proofreading by James Ojo, copy editor at Legit.ng. Chinasa Afigbo (Entertainment Editor) Chinasa Afigbo is a pop culture/music journalist and content writer with over four years of experience in other mainstream media organisations, including Vanguard Media and Guardian Life. She holds a degree in Information Management Technology from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO). She also moved on to pursue a program in media and communications. Chinasa has also been published in other Intl journals, like The African Report. Reach her at: chinasa.afigbo@corp.legit.ng.
Destiny Boy’s alleged close associate opens up on singer’s hidden struggle: “We tried for him”
