BBNaija Phyna’s Associate Opens Up on Demands She Made From Dangote Amid N1bn Allegations
- BBNaija’s Phyna has continued to be a topic of discussion amid reports surrounding the death of her late sister, Ruth Otabor
- Mike Premium, a talent manager who worked closely with Phyna, has reacted to allegations that she demanded N1 billion from Dangote
- He shared screenshots of WhatsApp chats with the reality TV star regarding her request, triggering reactions online
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Talent manager Mike Premium has debunked viral claims that Phyna demanded N1 billion from the Dangote Group.
Premium clarified that the reality star actually wanted her sister, Ruther Otabor, flown abroad for medical treatment.
Recall that Phyna lost her sister in a Dangote truck accident near Auchi Polytechnic in Edo state.
Source: Instagram
Before her passing, Ruth had been in a coma for days while Phyna struggled to get justice and proper care for her.
Sadly, Ruth eventually died, leaving many heartbroken.
According to reports, Phyna had allegedly demanded one billion naira in compensation for the injuries.
However, Mike Premium, who claimed to have been handling the case, confirmed that Phyna never asked for such an amount.
He uploaded WhatsApp chats showing that Phyna requested her sister be flown out of the country for urgent treatment.
The media executive also emphasised that Ruth did not die a natural death.
In his words:
“On no occasion did we talk about N1 billion as a demand! False narrative!! I was the one handling this case underground since the news broke out, without social media. This was my direct appeal to Phyna and the legal counsel I provided to support her in seeking justice for her sister because she really didn’t know how to go about it.
"The first and most urgent demand was that her sister be flown abroad for emergency medical treatment, because it was clear from the beginning that her condition required advanced care that wasn’t available locally. But instead of receiving compassion and immediate action, she was met with delays, excuses, and now… tragedy. Dangote no get two head as long as I’m concerned; him no better pass me or the person he killed.
"We are the same in the presence of God. They should do the right thing. Let it be known: This was not a natural death. Her life was forcefully taken—not by fate, but by human negligence and disregard.”
See his posts below:
Netizens react to Phyna’s demands
Legit.ng compiled some of the reactions below:
oluchi_jj said:
"The main focus of this matter has been diverted to betrayal of VDM,no longer for justice for Ruth’s death? Phyna has every right to demand for any amount she wants,it is none of our business. She made whatever decision was right for her sister in that moment. Why is Phyna who is mourning for her sister being dragged instead of Dangote company? Why are we daft in this country?"
skypyclean said:
"Why do I feel like someone was paid to create a false narrative? Because I don’t understand how there’s a person on a sick bed, but somehow the concern immediately shifted from the actual problem to something else."
koolslimchic said:
"How you run to someone for help and still sue them? "
miz_rinibej said:
"In a working country, the driver would have been jailed for second degree murder. And all the owner of the company sued."
uddie said:
"And even if she did nko?? When it's your turn ask for 500k."
mzjessyfab said:
"Someone just died, someone is morning her sister, a family just lost a promising young and beautiful lady, Una leave the main focus Dangote company, Dey busy Dey drag phyna, Dey depress her, Dey oppress her, is this how we are in this country, so dangote now is not in the picture anymore, we are busy talking about billions, wait first what if she demanded for such amount, anything wrong in that, make we focus where we suppose focus, leave phyna and her family to mourn their daughter."
nwanyieze1 said:
"This whole thing is draining 😪, can they focus on the company and get justice for the deceased? See the things the lawyer listed. He should have focused on getting them involved to pay medical bills. Once Ruth was stabilised, then they would push for moving her to India for advanced medical care. The was much on that young girl. It's unfortunate."
tamars_catering_service said:
"I still can’t understand why a soul was lost and all this brouhaha is going on for no reason. A legit good citizen is dead guys. Why are narratives shifting and diversion to another individual. Why all this distractions??? What’s with this new trend. I’m sick to my bone."
BBNaija star Uriel speaks on Phyna's situation.
BBNaija Pere joined his voice with Phyna's call for justice.
Source: Instagram
Dangote Group mourns Phyna's sister
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that the Dangote Group reacted to the death of Ruth Otabor.
Reacting via its official X handle, the management expressed grief over the event, calling it a tragic loss.
Proofreading by James Ojo, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
