The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a suspect linked to the demise of fast-rising singer, Adesina Afeez, popularly often called Future Boy.
Police authorities mentioned the arrest adopted preliminary findings into the circumstances surrounding the younger artiste’s demise.
The case has now been moved to the State Prison Investigation Division. It’s being dealt with by the Murder Part for a deeper probe.
In an official replace issued on Monday, the command mentioned, “The Ogun State Police Command has since commenced investigations into the demise of Adesina Afeez, aged 22 years, popularly often called Future Boy.
The case has been transferred to the State Prison Investigation Division (SCID), Murder Part, for detailed investigation. One suspect is at the moment in custody whereas investigations are ongoing.”
Furthermore, the affirmation comes amid widespread public response after information of Future Boy’s demise surfaced on Sunday. A number of movies exhibiting his lifeless physique being transported to a mortuary circulated on-line. The footage triggered grief amongst followers and raised questions on what led to his sudden passing.
In one of many movies, the singer was seen mendacity behind a automobile. Cotton wool was positioned in his nostrils and ears. The pictures rapidly unfold throughout social media platforms.
As hypothesis intensified, a separate video later emerged. Within the clip, an unidentified affiliate of the late singer tried to handle the rising controversy. He claimed Future Boy had been coping with a private well being situation earlier than his demise.
He mentioned, “God, I need to do that video earlier than individuals begin saying garbage about Future Boy’s reason for demise. All of us got here to this life to jot down our personal historical past. Could God relaxation his soul. Future was nursing a well being situation in his physique earlier than he died. We tried for him, however he didn’t make it.”
Future Boy, born Afeez Adeshina, began his journey in music at an early age. He developed a singular sound by mixing Fuji with modern avenue pop. His early days had been spent at T2 Boys Studios in Agege, Lagos, the place he labored as a backup dancer for Fuji star, Pasuma.
He gained nationwide consideration in 2019 after releasing a Fuji-style cowl of Davido’s hit track If. The track went viral and opened doorways for wider recognition. He later launched covers of songs by Tekno, 2Baba, 9ice and Small Physician.
Over time, Future Boy dropped a number of authentic tracks. These embody Lamba, One Transaction, Gbese, Billion Greenback, Mio Gbonkankan and Lowkey. His music earned him a loyal avenue following, particularly amongst younger listeners.
In his private life, the late singer welcomed his first little one together with his companion, Iremide, in November 2024.
Nonetheless, police say investigations are nonetheless ongoing. They added that extra info can be made public because the case progresses.