Fresh Twist In Destiny Boy’s Death As Police Make Arrest

The Ogun State Police Command has taken one suspect into custody following the death of Afro-Fuji singer Adesina Afeez, widely known as Destiny Boy.

Police authorities confirmed that the case has been handed over to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Homicide Section, for a thorough investigation.

Speaking on the development, the command’s spokesperson, Babaseyi Oluseyi, said investigations had commenced into the death of the 22-year-old musician, noting that detectives are actively working on the case.

He stated, “The Ogun State Police Command has begun investigations into the death of Adesina Afeez, aged 22, popularly known as Destiny Boy. The case has been transferred to the SCID, Homicide Section, for detailed inquiry, and one suspect is currently in custody while investigations continue.”

News of Destiny Boy’s passing emerged on Sunday after videos showing his body being conveyed to a mortuary circulated on social media, sparking widespread mourning and speculation over the circumstances of his death.

In one of the viral clips, the singer was seen lying in the back of a vehicle with cotton wool placed in his nostrils and ears. Another video later surfaced in which an unidentified associate attempted to explain the situation, claiming the artiste had been battling a private health condition and despite efforts to assist him, he eventually died.

Born Afeez Adeshina, Destiny Boy ventured into music at an early age and rose to fame for infusing traditional Fuji elements into contemporary sounds. He began his career at T2 Boys Studios in Agege, where he also worked as a backup dancer for renowned Fuji musician Pasuma.

He gained widespread attention in 2019 after releasing a Fuji-styled cover of Davido’s hit song If, which went viral online. Destiny Boy also recorded covers of songs by Tekno, 2Baba, 9ice and Small Doctor.

His discography includes tracks such as Lamba, One Transaction, Gbese, Billion Dollar, Mio Gbonkankan and Lowkey. He welcomed his first child with his partner, Iremide, in November 2024.