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The Dangote Group has expressed sorrow over the passing of Ruth Otabor, who was critically injured in a road accident involving one of the company’s trucks in Auchi, Edo State.
Ruth was the sister of Josephine Otabor, Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, popularly known as Phyna.
In a statement released on Sunday, August 31, 2025, the company said it had made arrangements to fly Ruth to India for advanced medical treatment, pending clearance from her doctors.
The group said that since the accident, its officials and insurance partners had been providing full medical and financial support to Ruth and assisting her family.
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“On behalf of the entire Dangote Group, we extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and loved ones at this difficult time,” the company’s statement said.
“Since the accident, our officials and insurance partners have been by her side, covering all financial and medical costs and supporting her family.
“Arrangements had been made for her to be flown to India for advanced treatment, pending medical clearance from her doctors. Sadly, despite these efforts and Ruth’s brave fight to live, we lost her today.”
The Dangote Group emphasised that safety, accountability, and compassion remain central to its operations and reiterated its commitment to strengthening safety systems and supporting those affected in times of tragedy.
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“May God grant her mercy and eternal rest,” the statement concluded.
Earlier, the family of Ruth announced her passing on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m.
The news was conveyed to the public through Eko Solicitors & Advocates, who represents the Otabor family.
Ruth, a recent graduate of Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State, had been fighting for her life following a tragic accident involving a Dangote truck on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, which led to the amputation of one of her legs.
The family is currently grieving and has requested privacy to mourn their daughter, sister, and mother.
Funeral arrangements are yet to be announced and will be communicated to the public in due course.
Justice Segun Ojienoh, representing Eko Solicitors and Advocates, confirmed the family’s instructions to release the statement to the public.
Last week, Phyna cried out in anguish over the fate of Ruth.
Phyna took to social media to call out Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, after a truck linked to his company crushed her sister in Auchi, Edo State.
The victim, who had graduated just six days before the incident, underwent an amputation of one leg and risked losing the other.
She further accused the Dangote Group of attempting to shield those responsible for the accident.
