Nigerian Rapper Oladips Passes Away at the Age of 28

The death of Nigerian rapper Oladips at the age of 28 has prompted an outpouring of tributes. His management expressed their shock in an Instagram post, noting that the cause of death remains unclear but that he had been battling his own demons for two years. Oladips was known for his talent as a musician, particularly for rapping about political issues such as the ENDSars protests against police brutality. He also touched on the topic of mental health and depression in his songs. Fans and fellow artists praised his storytelling rap style and expressed their sorrow over his passing. Big Brother Naija contestant Hermes Iyele offered condolences to Oladips' family. The rapper was on the verge of releasing a new album titled "SUPERHERO ÀDÚGBÒ (The Memoir)" and his latest single was called "Die Young." Oladips gained fame after winning a rap competition held by Nigerian music giant DBanj in 2015. His death follows that of another popular musician, Mohbad, in September, which sparked protests across the country.