What Happened?
Tragic accident: Phyna (Ijeoma Josephina Otabor), the former Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, revealed that her younger sister, Ruth Otabor, who had just graduated less than a week before, was critically injured in a truck accident in Auchi, Edo State. The accident—allegedly involving a Dangote Group truck—resulted in the amputation of one of her legs, with medical concerns over the viability of the other limb.
Celebrity backing: Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw publicly demanded justice, urging the police to bring those responsible to account.
Incident details: According to reports, the truck driver fled the scene after the crash. However, a lecturer eyewitness pursued and detained the driver. The truck’s license plate was allegedly removed, but the vehicle is now in police custody.
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Phyna’s Response & Reaction to Dangote Group’s Statement
Dangote Group’s statement: In response, the company said its senior officials and insurance team visited the accident site, met with law enforcement, and checked on the victim and her family at the irritua Specialist Teaching Hospital. They also extended wishes for Ruth’s recovery and said she would receive full medical care and compensation.
Phyna’s strong backlash: Phyna sharply criticized the company's handling of the situation:
She questioned the use of the title “Mrs Ruth Otabor,” wondering what narrative the Dangote Group intended to push.
She condemned the company’s apparent use of her sister’s condition for social media content, demanding no cameras at future meetings.
She wrote: “Appropriate compensation !!! quick recovery from an already amputated leg? What necessary speed are you taking right now?... Who gave permission to snap any member of my family and post it onine? What disrespect.”
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