The family of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna, has announced the death of her sister, Ruth Otabor.
According to a statement issued on Sunday by Eko Solicitors & Advocates on behalf of the family, Ruth passed away in the early hours of Sunday, August 31, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m.
“With a heavy heart, the family regrets to announce the passing to glory of their beloved daughter, sister, and mother on this 31st day of August, 2025, at about 06:30 hours,” the statement read.
The family appealed for privacy during this difficult time as they mourn their loss, adding that details of the funeral arrangements will be communicated in due course.
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Ruth Otabor, a recent graduate of Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State, had been battling for her life after sustaining severe injuries in a road accident involving a Dangote truck on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. The accident resulted in the amputation of one of her legs.