Nigerian rapper Oladips, previously declared deceased by his management, posted a proof of life video via an Instagram post on Thursday, November 23rd, 2023.
Oladips shared a recent Instagram story confirming he is alive and well.
The video, shows him casually spending time outside his home with an elderly woman.
This development is coming weeks after friends and associates announced his passing after a reported hospital emergency.
We regretfully announce that Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji, also known as OLA DIPS, passed away yesterday, November 14, on Tuesday evening, precisely at 10:14 pm. We are still in disbelief as we share this news.
Oladips, management’s statement confirming his death weeks ago
In now deleted post, his management acclaimed that the artist had been coping with his battles for more than 2 years, he privately.
Immediately his death went viral, music fans as as well as celebrities mourned his death and his music started charting high on streaming sites
The fact that the grieving took place soon after the untimely demise of another prominent individual, Mohbad, made it especially sad.
However, the singer’s obituary post on Instagram has been removed.
Story: Ihuoma Ukeje