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2 Nigerian Celebrities Who Lost Their Sons In 2022

Celebrities who lost their children in 2022
Davido’s Son, Ifeanyi dead.

Death is a natural part of life. However, no parent ever should have to bury their own child. It’s one of the cruelest tragedies that can happen to a person. And unfortunately, though fame can protect someone from a lot of things, it can’t protect you from this.

It might seem like life is charmed for celebrities out there, but many of them have gone through excruciating heartbreak, more than anyone should have to go through. The following celebrities have tragically lost children. May those who passed rest in peace.

Grab some tissues as you continue to read about these 2 Nigerian celebrities who have tragically lost their sons this year, 2022.

1. Davido

First on this list is popular Nigerian singer, songwriter David Adeleke, otherwise known as Davido. The news about the death of Davido’s son, Ifeanyi came as a blow to many Nigerians. Reports came in yesterday night that the son of Davido was found dead. According to reports, Davido’s son death was as a result of drowning.

On October 31st, 2022, Peoples Gazette reported the death of Ifeanyi Adeleke, the son of Davido. He was three years old. Ifeanyi drowned in the private swimming pool at the Banana Island residence of the celebrity.

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2. Kess

Another popular celebrity who tragically lost his son is former Big Brother Naija housemate, Kess. Kess lost his son while he was still in the Big Brother Naija House. Before Kess went into the show, he was married. According to a statement released by the housemate’s team, it was revealed that Kess wife suffered a miscarriage.

Kess was one of the housemate who featured in the just concluded Big Brother Naija Show tagged level up

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It’s a painful thing when a child dies. Our prayers are with the family of Davido and Kess.

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