Ogun Police arrest suspect, launch homicide probe into death of singer Destiny Boy

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with the death of popular Nigerian singer Adesina Afeez, widely known in the music industry as Destiny Boy.

Police have confirmed that the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Homicide Section, for a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the artiste’s death.

In a statement issued on Monday and signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, Babaseyi Oluseyi, the command said investigations were officially underway.

“The Ogun State Police Command has commenced investigations into the death of Adesina Afeez, aged 22 years, popularly known as Destiny Boy. The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Homicide Section, for detailed investigation. One suspect is currently in custody while investigations are ongoing,” the statement said.

In one of the videos, the late singer was seen lying in the back of a vehicle with cotton wool placed in his nostrils and ears.

As speculation mounted online, an associate of the singer later released a video claiming Destiny Boy had been battling a private health condition prior to his death.

According to the associate, efforts were made to save the young artiste, but they were unsuccessful.

Police, however, say they are yet to determine the cause of death and have not confirmed whether foul play was involved.

The command has urged the public to remain calm and allow investigations to run their full course as authorities work to establish the facts and determine any criminal liability.