Ruth Otabor, sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has died.
Her death was announced on Sunday in a statement by Eko Solicitors & Advocates on behalf of the family. According to the statement, Ruth passed away in the early hours of Sunday, August 31, 2025, at about 6:30 a.m.
“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 in part.
The family appealed for privacy as they mourn their loss, adding that funeral arrangements would be made public in due course.
Ruth’s death comes just weeks after she was involved in a tragic accident on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, near Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State. She was hit by a heavy-duty truck reportedly linked to the Dangote Group.
Eyewitnesses said the truck crushed her leg before it was stopped by a bystander. Ruth later underwent amputation as a result of the injuries.
The accident occurred barely six days after she graduated from Auchi Polytechnic. Her sudden death has thrown her family, friends, and fans of Phyna into mourning.
