The Ogun State Police Command has taken a suspect into custody in connection with the death of Afrofuji singer Afeez Adeshina, widely known as Destiny Boy.
The arrest was confirmed on Monday, January 19, 2026, with the case immediately handed over to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Homicide Section, for a detailed probe.
Police said the suspect is being questioned as detectives work to determine the circumstances surrounding the 22-year-old musician’s death.
No further details about the individual or the alleged role in the incident have been released.
Destiny Boy passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, a development that caused shock across the Nigerian music community.
Social media was flooded with videos showing his body being taken to a mortuary, fueling public concern and calls for clarity.
Born June 24, 2004, Afeez Adeshina earned recognition for his Afrofuji style, combining traditional Fuji beats with contemporary sounds.
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He gained national attention in 2019 after a Fuji-inspired cover of Davido’s hit song If went viral.
The singer had recently welcomed his first child in November 2024, heightening the sense of tragedy surrounding his untimely death.
The Ogun State Police Command has urged the public to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information while investigations continue, promising to provide updates as new information emerges.