Nigerian Afrobeats star Patoranking is mourning the loss of his younger sister, Chioma, and her husband, George, who tragically passed away in a gas explosion incident at their home. The devastating news was shared by Instagram blogger Cutie Juls.
Just days before the incident, Patoranking had celebrated his daughter’s sixth birthday, but the joy was short-lived. The gas explosion occurred a day after their housewarming and child’s birthday celebration, claiming Chioma’s life immediately. George initially survived but succumbed to his injuries on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.
According to Cutie Juls, Patoranking had tried to save his brother-in-law’s life by buying large quantities of blood, hoping to prevent his nephew from being born an orphan. The blogger described Patoranking’s close relationship with his sister, urging his friends to offer support during this difficult time.
This tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the music industry and beyond, with fans and colleagues offering condolences to Patoranking and his family.