Family of BBNAIJA Winner Phyna Announces Death of Her Sister, Ruth Otabor

The family of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has announced the death of her younger sister, Ruth Otabor.

Her passing was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by Eko Solicitors & Advocates on behalf of the family.

“With a heavy heart, the family regrets to announce the passing on to glory of their daughter, sister, and mother on this 31st Day of August, 2025 at about 06:30Hrs,” the statement read.

The family appealed for privacy in their period of mourning. “The family is presently grieving and will appreciate to be given a private moment to mourn the departed. The funeral arrangement will be communicated to the public in due course,” the statement added.

Ruth’s death comes barely weeks after she survived a tragic accident near Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State. On August 13, 2025, she was hit by a heavy-duty truck reportedly linked to Dangote Group, leaving her with severe injuries that led to a leg amputation. Eyewitnesses at the scene said the truck crushed her leg before it was eventually stopped by a bystander.

The accident occurred just six days after Ruth had celebrated her graduation from Auchi Polytechnic. Her sudden death at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday has thrown her family, friends, and fans into deep mourning. Am w