Famous Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Patoranking, is mourning the tragic loss of his sister, Chioma, who reportedly died in a gas explosion at her home. The explosion claimed her life instantly, while her husband, George, succumbed to his injuries on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.
The heartbreaking news was shared by media personality Cutie Juls in an Instagram post on Thursday. Cutie Juls posted a video showing the aftermath of the tragic incident, revealing that the explosion occurred shortly after the couple had celebrated their housewarming and their child’s birthday.
“Remember when I posted last week or so that his (Patoranking’s) sister passed away in a gas explosion incident in their home and the husband and child are battling for their lives in the hospital?” Cutie Juls wrote. “The husband also couldn’t make it. He just passed away. Patoranking tried so much, buying tons of blood to help save his brother-in-law’s life so at least his nephew won’t be an orphan.”
According to the post, Patoranking was deeply affected by the loss and had made every effort to save his brother-in-law’s life, hoping to prevent his young nephew from becoming an orphan. The singer’s friends are being urged to check on him during this difficult time, as he was known to have a close bond with his sister.
As of the time of this report, neither Patoranking nor his management team has made any public comment on the incident. The news of Chioma and George’s deaths has sparked an outpouring of condolences and support from fans and well-wishers, who have taken to social media to express their sympathy for the grieving family.
The details surrounding the explosion remain unclear, but the tragic loss has left a deep void in Patoranking’s life as he copes with the sudden death of his sister and her husband.
