The Digest:
Nollywood stars and reality TV personalities have rallied around BBNaija Season 7 winner Phyna after the tragic passing of her sister, Ruth Otabor. According to Eko Solicitors & Advocates, Ruth died on August 31, 2025, weeks after a devastating road accident involving a Dangote Group truck near Auchi Polytechnic.
Key Points:
- Ruth Otabor passed away on August 31, 2025, at 6:30 a.m.
- She suffered a road accident on August 13, 2025, involving a Dangote Group truck.
- The truck crushed her leg before being stopped by a bystander.
- The Otabor family requested privacy to mourn their loss.
- Celebrities, including Kate Henshaw, Wanni, Bella Okagbue, Hero Daniels, and Daniella Peters, offered condolences.
- Fans flooded Phyna’s social media with supportive messages and prayers.
- The incident has drawn widespread attention to road safety and corporate accountability.
As Phyna and her family grieve, celebrities and fans have expressed solidarity, showing how public figures can offer empathy and collective mourning during tragedy.
Sources: Vanguard,
