Disturbing Video Reveals Destiny Boy's Seizure Struggle Before Tragic Death
A deeply concerning video capturing the moment late Afro-Fuji singer Destiny Boy, whose real name was Azeez Adeshina, suffered a severe seizure has emerged on social media platforms. The clip, which shows the 22-year-old artist experiencing convulsions described locally as "Oku Oru," has sparked widespread emotional reactions and renewed discussions about the circumstances surrounding his untimely passing.
Friends' Desperate Attempts to Revive the Singer
The video footage reveals Destiny Boy inside a vehicle, where friends can be seen making frantic physical efforts to revive him during the seizure episode. This visual documentation provides a harrowing glimpse into the health challenges the young musician faced before his death on Sunday, January 18, 2026. The emergence of this clip coincides with ongoing police investigations into potential foul play regarding his demise, adding another layer of complexity to the case.
Mother's Heartbreaking Confirmation of Long-Term Illness
Saide Adeshina, Destiny Boy's mother, has publicly confirmed that her son had been battling this mysterious condition for nearly two years. She revealed that the ailment, which bears similarities to epilepsy, first manifested shortly after his child's naming ceremony. According to her emotional account, the family chose to keep the illness private due to his celebrity status, a decision that now adds context to the sudden nature of his death.
"Destiny went to rest. When his child was born, about four days after the naming, we went to Oba Edu Ifayomi, who initiated him traditionally. The man liked him as his son, so that's why he told us to come collect a ram for the baby's naming ceremony. It was then that the sickness caught up with him, causing him to fall," she explained during her interview.
Public Reactions and Spiritual Interpretations
The video has triggered intense emotional responses from Nigerians across social media platforms. Many viewers have described the seizure episode as potentially spiritual in nature, while others have suggested possible connections to substance abuse or lifestyle factors. The diverse range of comments reflects the complex public perception surrounding celebrity health issues in Nigeria's entertainment landscape.
Some notable reactions include:
- "Na seizure …. Jesus Christ." - deborah_ukpanah
- "This is seizure, this guy may have been taking some drugs and illegal substance which causes some toxic reactions and definitely would triggered seizures. It happens a lot to those that abused drugs." - ballybwealth
- "Truth is everything is traces back to the diabolical things he get involved in." - glorykent1775
Broader Context of the Singer's Lifestyle
Additional reports have surfaced regarding Destiny Boy's personal habits before his death. An oracle worshipper recently claimed that despite receiving warnings, the young singer continued engaging in heavy drinking and smoking, which she suggested might have negatively impacted his health. These revelations have further fueled discussions about the pressures faced by young celebrities in Nigeria's entertainment industry and the potential health consequences of their lifestyles.
The emergence of this video, combined with ongoing investigations and family disclosures, continues to keep Destiny Boy's legacy in public discourse. As authorities work to determine the exact circumstances of his death, the music community and fans mourn the loss of a promising talent whose career was tragically cut short at just 22 years of age.
