Phyna Mourns as Sister Ruth Otabor Dies After Dangote Truck Accident

Reality TV star and former Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner Phyna is in mourning after losing her younger sister, Ruth Otabor, following a tragic accident involving a Dangote Group truck. Ruth passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m., the Otabor family confirmed via a statement issued by their legal representatives, Eko Solicitors & Advocates . The family described Ruth as a beloved daughter, sister, and mother, and asked for privacy during this painful time . The tragedy occurred just weeks earlier, on August 13, 2025, when Ruth was struck by a Dangote Group truck near Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State. Tragically, the impact left her with a leg injury that required amputation. Despite medical intervention, she succumbed to complications . In response, the Dangote Group released a statement expressing sorrow over the incident and announced that they had arranged for Ruth to receive advanced medical care—potentially including treatment abroad—and had been providing ongoing support to the family . Celebrities and fans have flooded Phyna’s social media with condolences. Nollywood star Kate Henshaw wrote, “Ehhh God, may God comfort your family at this difficult time,” while former Big Brother star Wanni added, “Ruth went through too much pain, may her soul rest in peace” . Ruth’s sudden passing, only six days after graduating from Auchi Polytechnic, has left many grieving and spotlighted concerns about road safety and the accountability of heavy-duty vehicles.