In a tragic development, Nigerian rapper Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji, professionally known as Oladips, has passed away at the age of 28. The news comes mere hours after the artist reached out to fans and friends, urging them to pray for him due to an undisclosed illness.
On November 14th, Oladips shared a poignant message on his social media, stating, “I Done Mean To Scare Nobody, But Dipsciples Please Pray For Me! I Don’t Feel Good.” This heartfelt plea was made just a day before the rapper was reportedly rushed to an undisclosed hospital for medical attention.
Regrettably, on the same day, his management officially announced his demise through a public post on November 15, 2023.
Fans, deeply affected by the news, have flooded the late rapper’s comment section with messages expressing their condolences and disbelief. Some lamented not seeing the plea for prayers earlier, while others reflected on the unpredictable nature of life and the inevitability of death.
Noteworthy comments include:
- @_YoungstarTMF: “Please don’t forget that you have ‘disciplines’ that love you, stay strong for us, and if it’s medical attention you need, please don’t hesitate… Praying for you.”
- @Shoniyi87: “How come I no c dis tweet yesterday now.. Omo death just wicked anyhow nd e go just blind everyone nearer at dat moment sha. chai.”
- @HeadboiUae: “Death doesn’t care what good you have going for you. When time reach e go come. Rip ola.”
- @yungaddyct: “Rip broody.. everyone gon die.. we just pray for long life pray you find your peace! Touched me can’t lie.”
- @Tunmise01: “We no Dey ever see these tweets on time, it pops up when it’s all done !!!!! Why why why why !!!! Oluwa oh.”
As fans grapple with the sudden loss, the music community mourns the departure of Oladips, and condolences continue to pour in from all corners. May he rest in peace.
