Popular Afrobeat singer Afeez Adeshina, widely known as Destiny Boy, has died at the age of 22, with reports indicating that prolonged hard drug use may have contributed to his untimely death despite his young age.
News of the singer’s death emerged on Sunday, January 18, 2025, after a video showing his lifeless body began circulating on social media, sparking shock and grief among fans and colleagues in the Nigerian music industry.
Sources close to the late artiste disclosed that Destiny Boy had battled substance abuse for several years, a struggle that reportedly took a serious toll on his health over time.
Although no official medical report has been released as of the time of filing this report, those familiar with his situation said the cumulative effect of hard drug use was a major factor in his sudden collapse and death.
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As at the time of this report, Destiny Boy’s body was being transported to Abeokuta, Ogun State, where he is expected to be buried according to family arrangements.
Destiny Boy rose to national attention in 2019 after his Fuji-style cover of “If,” a hit song by Davido, went viral. The remake earned him widespread recognition and positioned him as one of the most promising young voices blending Fuji influences with contemporary Afrobeat.
Despite his early success, the singer’s career trajectory was reportedly affected by personal challenges, including substance abuse, which many observers believe hindered his growth in the highly competitive music industry.
In a bittersweet twist, Destiny Boy had announced the birth of his first child in November 2024 via his Instagram page, a development that had raised hopes among fans that he was entering a more stable phase of his life.
His death has reignited conversations within the entertainment industry about the dangers of drug abuse among young artistes, particularly those who attain fame at an early age without adequate support systems.