BBNaija Phyna’s sister, Ruth Otabor, dies weeks after accident
By Jeffrey Agbo
Ruth Otabor, younger sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna, has passed away.
Her death was confirmed in a statement released on Sunday by Eko Solicitors & Advocates on behalf of the family. The announcement noted that Ruth died at about 6:30 a.m. on Sunday.
“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 further appealed for privacy in their time of grief.
“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,” it added.
Ruth’s death follows a devastating accident on August 13, when she was struck by a truck belonging to the Dangote Group near Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State. Witnesses recounted that the heavy vehicle crushed her leg before a bystander managed to bring it to a halt.
She later underwent a leg amputation as a result of the injuries. The tragedy occurred barely six days after she graduated from Auchi Polytechnic, making her sudden death even more heartbreaking for her family and supporters.
