Veteran Nigerian musician, Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, has denied reviews claiming he handed away, saying he’s alive, wholesome, and lively.
Obey made this recognized on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, by way of a video posted on social media, the place he addressed the false reviews with a spirited gospel rendition in English, Yoruba and Pidgin.
In line with him, the hearsay began circulating on-line on Monday, inflicting panic amongst followers and followers.
Within the video, the 83-year-old singer sang: “Devil, you don lose o… Na lie lie you dey discuss,” earlier than stating clearly: “It’s faux information that began a number of hours in the past claiming that I, Evangelist Obey, have handed on to glory. It’s a lie. I’m alive.”
Obey’s private assistant, Tope Olukole, additionally reacted to the hearsay in an interview with TVC Information. He confirmed that the music icon was in good well being and even not too long ago attended the fiftieth party of his son-in-law.
“Let’s set the document straight: Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi is alive and thriving!” Olukole mentioned.
The false information of Obey’s demise sparked tributes and mourning posts on-line till the singer debunked it himself. His public look got here barely a month after he celebrated his 83rd birthday.
