Ruth Otabor, sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna, has passed away just weeks after surviving a tragic accident that led to her leg amputation.
Her death was confirmed in a statement released 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 further requested privacy during their period 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,” the statement added.
Ruth’s predicament began on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, when a Dangote Group truck hit her near Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State.
Eyewitnesses narrated that the heavy-duty vehicle crushed her leg before it was stopped by a bystander, forcing doctors to amputate the limb in a bid to save her life.
The accident happened just six days after Ruth had graduated from Auchi Polytechnic, leaving her family, friends, and fans devastated by her sudden death.
