The Nigerian music industry has been thrown into a mourning state after indigenous Igbo rapper, Dilichukwu Okonkwo, also known as Tidinz, was reported to have died from suspected depression.
Tweets and images of the news of Tidinz’s death surfaced online on Monday, 10th October 2022.
He died at the age of 26.
Reacting, the family and management debunked viral claims that Tidinz died as a result of drug overdose.
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“We are deeply saddened to announce the death of our brother and friend Richard Dilichukwu Okonkwo a.k.a Tidinz, who sadly and suddenly departed to rest in the bosom of the Lord.
“Tidinz did not die from any overdose as widely reported by the media. He had a health condition that was linked to depression and stress.
“He fought!
“He was strong!
“He was a warrior!
“Richard who died at the hospital in the arms of his father on Sunday 9th October promised his fans an album project and his homecoming concert before the end of the year which he has been working very hard on so as to give out the best to his fans.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. We plead that the public kindly give his family and friends the time to mourn their loved one. May his soul rest in peace.”