Fans Question Prayers for Phyna Amid Viral Private Jet Clip Following Sister’s Tragic Death
Big Brother Naija winner Josephine Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has become the center of online discussions after a video clip of her surfaced weeks following the death of her sister, Ruth. The clip, which quickly went viral on social media, shows Phyna aboard what appears to be a private jet, reviewing documents while a man beside her offers assistance. This marks her first public appearance since the family tragedy, which had sparked widespread speculation and blame directed at the reality star.
The death of Ruth Otabor became a hot topic on social media, with users debating the circumstances and some pointing fingers at Phyna. Prior to the viral clip, Phyna’s last sighting was in a hospital video, after which her family issued a statement requesting privacy during their mourning period. The new footage, however, elicited mixed reactions from fans, ranging from concern for her mental health to skepticism about her grieving process.
Many netizens highlighted the apparent luxury in the video, questioning why they should offer prayers or support. One fan, @fineboinachi, commented, “Make I carry empty belle pray for Person Dey private jet?” Another, @chiukwujioke, echoed, “Them they check on person wey Dey on Private jet?” @el_obisesan added, “She fixed her lashes, fixed her nails, then jumped on a PJ, but I’m the one that should be praying for her. Lmao 😂.”
Criticism also arose regarding Phyna’s priorities, with @peterchibuzor50 stating, “I don’t have any pity for her, someone who prefers money and fame over her own blood, your own sister. Her heart is so cold, she didn’t even fight for her sisters life, rather she was after money.” Others, like @Chewiz2024, humorously shifted focus: “Person Dey inside jet record and u say we should check on her 🤦♂️ oga na garri I dey drink someone should check on me before I go blind.”
However, some fans expressed genuine empathy, urging continued support. @vitalsfx1 wrote, “E be like say something dey sup o… 😔 Phyna really need love and prayers right now. God abeg, make she pull through 🙏💯.” @davidsalt_ reflected on grief in the public eye: “I would never understand how people are comfortable to be infront of the camera while in grief. I’m not saying it’s wrong, I’m just saying I don’t understand it.”
Speculation about the video’s timing also emerged, with @DrShreds1 suggesting, “I don’t think people who are truly grieving would allow themselves to be flaunted on PJ… Aside say na old video coz e don tey people talk say this girl no get sense.” @ukporo1 questioned her appearance: “Make we forget about the Pj first… na with that kind finger Nails she do na dem wan take check on am? Who no fine Dey get time do that kind nails 💅.”
Phyna, who rose to fame after winning Big Brother Naija, has not publicly addressed the reactions. The incident highlights the challenges celebrities face in balancing personal loss with public scrutiny, as fans continue to debate her actions during this difficult time.