The Nigerian music industry has been thrown into mourning following reports of the death of Afrobeats singer Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy.
The young artist reportedly passed away at the age of 22, with the news becoming public on Sunday, January 18, 2025, after a video showing his lifeless body surfaced online.
Sources indicate that as of the time of this report, the late singer’s remains were being conveyed to Abeokuta in Ogun State ahead of burial arrangements.
Destiny Boy gained nationwide attention in 2019 after his Fuji-style rendition of Davido’s hit track “If” went viral, helping to launch his music career.
In November 2024, he also celebrated a major personal milestone after announcing the arrival of his first child via his Instagram page.
The sudden passing of the fast-rising musician has sparked an outpouring of grief on social media, as fans and colleagues continue to pay tribute to his life and career.
