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Victor Uwaifo Did Not Die Of COVID-19 Complications – Family

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4 years ago

August 29, 2021

The son of deceased music maestro, Prof. Sir Victor Uwaifo, has debunked rumours that his father died of the dreaded COVID-19.

The music legend died Saturday in Benin at the age of 80.

Son of the deceased, Goodman Osarentin Uwaifo, who spoke in company of his sister, Mrs. Evelyn Oghonmwen insisted that his father died from complications resulting from pneumonia and not COVID-19.

Goodman, the third son of the music icon said that the elder Uwaifo was rushed to Stella Obasanjo Hospital in Benin on Friday and passed on at about 4pm from untreated pneumonia.

He said: “I want to use this opportunity to clear this misinformation. We have heard rumours going around that our father, Sir Victor Uwaifo died of COVID-19. It is not true. He died of pneumonia and not COVID-19. He was rushed to the hospital on Friday and passed on the following day on Saturday August 28. We did the necessary tests. He was treated for pneumonia.”

His house on Victor Uwaifo Avenue off College Road was a beehive of activities as people from different walks of life and neighbours trooped in to condole with the octogenarian’s children.

In deep distress, the younger Uwaifo, a pastor confessed that he is yet to come to grip with the loss of his father but had been able to weather the storm because of his strong faith in God.

He said in low tone: “I have mixed feelings over his sudden death. Before he passed on, I had different feelings. I am yet to accept the reality of his death I am very very sad. I am able to bear because of my calling as a pastor. I will not respond emotionally as my brothers and sisters are doing because of my calling as a pastor. I am really sad.”

He said that his father will be remembered for his works which he said are evergreen, noting that people like the multi talented musicians are hard to come by.

A message on his son, Peter de Rock facebook page confirmed news of his father’s death which filtered into the Edo State capital on Saturday night.

The cause of the death could not be ascertained as Peter Uwaifo, a budding musician simply wrote on his Facebook page: “Daddy why did you leave us now? Prof. Sir Victor Uwaifo has gone to rest. Black Saturday for me one week after collaborating with me.”

Born on March1,1941, the music legend was a writer, sculptor, musical instrument inventor and university lecturer.

He was the Edo State Commissioner for Arts, Culture and Tourism during former Governor Lucky Igbinedion’s administration and was the winner of the first gold disc in Africa (Joromi) released in 1965 and seven other gold discs in Guitar boy, Arabade, Ekassa series and Akwete music.

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His lively set officially kicked off the finale, creating an electric atmosphere as the finalists and viewers gear up to find out who will take home the grand prize.

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JUST IN: Season 10 BBNaija Winner Emerges

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October 5, 2025

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It’s official! Imisioluwa Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, has emerged as the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10. The reality-TV sensation, who has been the talk of the town since the show’s premiere, clinched the grand prize after weeks of intense competition.

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Imisi, backed by her passionate fan base known as the Imistars, beat out her closest rivals to claim the top spot in what many are calling one of the most competitive seasons yet.

Throughout the season, Imisi was a consistent headline maker. From her bold personality and strategic gameplay to her emotional vulnerability and ability to stay true to herself, she captivated millions of viewers. Her name trended across social media almost daily, making her one of the most talked-about housemates of the season.

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2Face Idibia Reportedly Arrested After Heated Argument With Natasha In London

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3 days ago

October 3, 2025

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Legendary Nigerian musician, 2Face Idibia, has reportedly been arrested in London.

2Face was said to have been arrested after a heated altercation with his new wife, Natasha Osawaru.

Popular Nigerian social critic, Tosin Silverdam made this known in a video on his Instagram page on Friday morning.

According to the driver who picked them from the airport, the couple started having the argument from the airport before getting to their hotel.

The argument was said to have escalated when Natasha allegedly broke bottles.

The report of the singer’s arrest is currently trending on social media as he failed to show up at his UK tour on Thursday October 2 2025.

2Face traditionally married Natasha, an Edo State lawmaker in July 2025, a few months after announcing divorce from his estranged wife, Annie Macaulay.