The family of Ruth Otabor, sister to Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Josephine Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has announced her passing on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at about 6:30 a.m.
The announcement was made in a statement issued by Eko Solicitors & Advocates on behalf of the Otabor family. Ruth, a recent graduate of Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State, had been battling for her life following a tragic accident involving a Dangote truck on August 13, 2025, which led to the amputation of one of her legs.
Justice Segun Ojienoh, representing Eko Solicitors, said:
“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 family is presently grieving and will appreciate to be given a private moment to mourn the departed.”
Funeral arrangements, according to the family, will be announced in due course.
Last week, Phyna publicly cried out in anguish over her sister’s deteriorating condition and accused the Dangote Group of negligence and delay in facilitating urgent medical care abroad. Ruth had reportedly sustained severe internal injuries in addition to her amputation.
The family has requested privacy as they mourn their loss.
