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Destiny Boy’s Sister Slams Malicious ‘Mother’s Curse’ Allegations
The tragic passing of Afrobeat sensation Destiny Boy has taken a darker turn as his elder sister breaks her silence to defend their mother, Saidat Adeshina, against a wave of online vitriol. In the wake of the singer’s death, social media has been flooded with “curse” allegations and conspiracy theories that have left the grieving family reeling. The sister’s intervention comes as a direct response to a viral TikTok narrative suggesting that a mother’s outburst during a past family dispute played a role in the artiste’s untimely demise.
The controversy ignited when a popular TikToker unearthed old footage of Saidat during a heated disagreement with her son. In the video, the mother was seen venting her frustration, questioning why the singer had allegedly disrespected a relative and making reference to his personal struggles with building his home. The clip, which featured her saying her words would come to pass if he didn’t change his ways, was quickly weaponized by bloggers to suggest a supernatural link between the disagreement and the singer’s later health complications.
Reacting with visible emotion in a new video, Destiny Boy’s sister dismissed these claims as baseless and cruel. She questioned the logic of the public’s outrage, asking if it was truly plausible for a mother who had invested so much in her child’s life to orchestrate his end. She emphasized that the viral video captured nothing more than a momentary family rift, the kind of friction that exists in many households where parents try to discipline their children.
The sister pointed out that the public is only seeing a fraction of their reality, filtered through the lens of bloggers seeking engagement. She slammed those calling for her mother’s arrest, describing them as insensitive to the pain of a woman who has just lost her son. According to her, the mother was simply trying to get her son to listen and follow a better path, a sentiment that was twisted into a “death curse” by opportunistic content creators.
Earlier, the singer’s mother had provided context to the health crisis that eventually claimed his life. She revealed that Destiny Boy’s struggles began nearly two years ago, coincidentally during the preparations for his first child’s naming ceremony. She described a harrowing battle with an ailment she called “Oku Or,” which manifested in seizures and temporary mental disorientation. The family had exhausted both medical and traditional avenues in search of a cure, even seeking help from an Ifa priest, Ifayomi Oba Edu.
The family had deliberately kept these health issues private to protect the singer’s career and reputation. However, the sudden nature of his passing opened a vacuum that was quickly filled by speculation. Beyond the curse allegations, some social media users even suggested that the singer’s wealth was tied to “money rituals”—a claim his sister also fiercely debunked, challenging accusers to provide proof of their wild assertions.
The sister’s defense highlights the toxic side of digital celebrity culture, where private family dynamics are dissected and judged without context. She stood firm in her assertion that her mother’s love remained steadfast despite the challenges they faced as a family. The narrative of the “wicked mother” is, in her view, a fabrication designed to generate clicks at the expense of a family’s mourning process.
While the online space remains divided, law enforcement has stepped in to provide a more objective perspective. The Ogun State Police Command recently confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with the singer’s death. This development suggests that investigators are looking into more tangible leads rather than the supernatural theories dominating Facebook and TikTok.
As the investigation continues, the family is pleading for peace and the opportunity to bury their loved one without the added weight of public persecution. The sister’s brave stand serves as a reminder that behind every viral headline is a real family dealing with profound loss. She remains adamant that her brother’s legacy should not be tarnished by malicious gossip or unfair attacks on the woman who gave him life.
The story of Destiny Boy is now a cautionary tale about the speed at which misinformation can travel in the digital age. For the Adeshina family, the goal now is to find justice through the proper legal channels while honoring the memory of a young man who brought joy to many through his music. They hope that the truth will eventually silence the bloggers and restore their mother’s dignity in the eyes of the public.
