Nigerian Afrobeats singer Afeez Adesina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has reportedly died at the age of 22.
The death of the young artiste was confirmed by singer Bolisco, an associate of controversial musician Portable, who said Destiny Boy had been ill before his passing.
According to Bolisco, the singer experienced severe symptoms and was said to have vomited blood prior to his death.
Reports also claim that Destiny Boy died in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, while allegedly participating in rituals at a traditional healer’s residence.
These claims have not been officially confirmed, and no statement has been released by authorities, his family, or management regarding the incident.
A video circulating on social media shows the singer lying lifeless, sparking reactions from fans and colleagues. However, there has been no official response from his family or team.
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Meanwhile, Destiny Boy rose to prominence at a young age with a Fuji-inspired sound that blended traditional elements with modern Nigerian music. He began his career at T2 Boys Studios in Agege, Lagos, where he worked as a backup dancer for veteran Fuji musician Pasuma.
He gained national attention in 2019 after releasing a Fuji-style cover of Davido’s hit song If, which went viral on social media and marked his breakthrough in the music scene.
Following the success of the cover, Destiny Boy released several renditions of popular songs by artistes such as Tekno, 2Baba, 9ice and Small Doctor, growing his audience across the country.
His original songs include Lamba, One Transaction, Gbese, Billion Dollar, Mio Gbonkankan and Lowkey, reflecting his blend of Fuji rhythms and contemporary sounds.
As of the time of filing this report, the circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, with fans and industry figures awaiting official confirmation and further details.