The mother of late Nigerian Afro-Fuji singer Afeez Adesina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has dismissed rumours linking her son’s death to money rituals, describing such claims as false and hurtful.

Destiny Boy passed away on Sunday at the age of 22 after reportedly falling ill. Videos that later circulated on social media showed the young artiste lying unresponsive in a car while being transported, sparking widespread speculation about the circumstances surrounding his death.

Although the exact cause of death has not been officially confirmed, unverified reports alleged that the singer died at a herbalist’s house while undergoing money rituals. Reacting to the claims, his mother firmly denied the allegations, stating that her son never engaged in such practices.

Speaking publicly for the first time, she revealed that Destiny Boy had battled a long-term health condition described locally as “Oku Oru,” a seizure-like illness that caused him to collapse suddenly and become disoriented after regaining consciousness.

According to her, the family kept his condition private to protect his image as a public figure. She said they sought help from hospitals, churches, and traditional healers over the years, but no permanent cure was found.

She further explained that about two weeks before his death, Destiny Boy was taken to the house of a herbalist, Ifayomi, for treatment. She maintained frequent phone contact and was repeatedly assured that he was stable until his condition reportedly deteriorated.

Recounting the final moments, she said the seizure returned while the herbalist was away. Upon his return, attempts were made to treat him before he was rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

“My son didn’t do any money ritual,” she insisted. “God will judge everyone using my son’s name to trend.”

Destiny Boy, who would have turned 23 later this year, rose to fame at a young age and was admired for his talent and humility. His death has continued to generate widespread reactions across Nigeria’s entertainment industry and beyond.