On Thursday, October 13, the demise of 29-year-old Big Brother Naija Double Wahala contestant, Rico Swavey was announced.
He died almost 48 hours after he was involved in a ghastly motor accident.
His friend and co-housemate Alex Asomugha aka Alex Unusual announced the unfortunate incident.
Making the announcement, she wrote;
“This was not what we agreed Rico. Rest In Peace #ricoswavey.”
This was not what we agreed Rico. Rest In Peace #ricoswavey. pic.twitter.com/W8IgiboPeA
— ALEX UNUSUAL (@alex_unusual) October 13, 2022
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Here are nine things to know about the late Nigerian reality star.
1. Rico’s real name is Patrick Fakoya
2. He was born in 1992.
3. He studied Law at Babcock University.
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Here are more things to know about the Nigerian reality star;
4. He was 25 years old when he got into BBNaija Double Wahala House, which started on January 28, 2018.
5. He acted in the drama series “Life 101”
6. The reality star is also a musician with a number of hip-hop and alternative tracks.
7. He has seven siblings
8. He was evicted on April 8, 2018
9. After he got evicted, he confessed to have liked Ahneeka.
Nigerians Pay Tribute To Rico Swavey
The announcement of Rico Swavey‘s demise came in the early hours of Thursday.
It came several days after he was involved in a ghastly motor accident in Lagos state. The reality star has been on life support since the unfortunate incident.
The announcement of the horrific incident was reported by his friend and colleague, Alex Asogwa who is otherwise known as Alex Unusual. Several of his colleagues made attempt to raise the sum of N30 million through fundraising, however, he died in intense care unit (ICU) on Thursday morning.
The announcement of his demise was made via his Twitter platform; the statement read;
“Your fight is over… Rest on”
Your fight is over… Rest on💔#ripricoswavey #RIPrico pic.twitter.com/kZCpwZLG2n
— Rico Swavey 🇳🇬🇺🇸 (@iamricoswavey) October 13, 2022
We lost him…. We lost our boy 💔#RIPrico #RIPricoswavey pic.twitter.com/6HfbzBN441
— Rico Swavey 🇳🇬🇺🇸 (@iamricoswavey) October 13, 2022
Following the devastating announcement, Nigerians, including colleagues and fans of the 29-year-old star have taken to their respective social media accounts to pay tribute to the 2018 Big Brother Naija Double Wahala contestant.
Below is a cross-section of comments from netizens.
We lost him.
But thanks a lot guys. God knows best pic.twitter.com/W4nPi0vGrz
— Tobi Bakre (@tobibakre) October 13, 2022
https://twitter.com/UnlimitedEniola/status/1580485027858903041?s=20&t=IDw9RD00Vup2oXC4VvrHTA
https://twitter.com/UCJustyn/status/1580526172118523904?s=20&t=IDw9RD00Vup2oXC4VvrHTA
Rico was such a beautiful man
In and out
Thank you for sharing your awesomeness with us
Thanks for gracing our screen with positivity and light
Thanks for the beautiful moments
We love you Patrick Fakoya
Rip Rico
pic.twitter.com/5pKMz9iMns— Under reconstruction (@tomisin_ms) October 13, 2022
RIP RICO SWARVEY it was not an easy one leaving, you fought your way, brought love and light wherever you are. Always Live Forever#BBNaija #ricoswavey Patrick Fakoya ~ #NoBraDay ~ Carter Efe pic.twitter.com/GptRtarjYc
— Cruise Lord (@onecruise_lord) October 13, 2022
He was the nicest soul we got to watch.
No single bone of hate in him. We named him Switzerland that year because of his peaceful nature.
YA RABB, thank you for PATRICK FAKOYA (Rico). We are praying for him again. Forgive him. Bless him n Strengthen his family.
ALHAMDULILAHI— Ayeesha De La Cruise (@AyeeshaLiq) October 13, 2022
https://twitter.com/biografrica/status/1580500543663144960?s=20&t=IDw9RD00Vup2oXC4VvrHTA
https://twitter.com/drpenking/status/1580482989384794113?s=20&t=IDw9RD00Vup2oXC4VvrHTA
https://twitter.com/Lurkingbirrd/status/1580487002687885312?s=20&t=IDw9RD00Vup2oXC4VvrHTA
To die is to live in the hearts of those who love you.
Our hearts are shattered as we mourn the death of Patrick Fakoya (Rico) who until his death was an indispensable member of the Tinsel family.
The entire cast and crew of #AMTinsel misses you.
REST IN PEACE RICO pic.twitter.com/fDZh9XscgD
— Africa Magic Tinsel (@AMtinsel) October 13, 2022
https://twitter.com/RukkyAbdullahi/status/1580506850675421186?s=20&t=IDw9RD00Vup2oXC4VvrHTA
Whenever a Nigerian youth dies, something dies in all of us even if we are not connected to the person
RIP patrick fakoya
— Alex Teflondon (@lex_Teflondon) October 13, 2022
Rest In Peace Patrick Fakoya A.K.A Rico …we’ll continue the fight for a better Nigeria and for @PeterObi to be announced as our next president.#BrokenBuhNotDamaged
RIP Rico #NoBraDay Welcome to Europa Doyin Okupe Wenger Sokoto Yoruba Fatima Martinez pic.twitter.com/3NWiZrhQM3
— Anikulapo (@OfficialSteady_) October 13, 2022
I don't watch BBNaija, I didn't know Patrick Fakoya or Rico Swavey until today. While I may feel empathy for his family, considering how young he was, I'm not obligated to send any condolences. I didn't know him. Why should I type an epistle? Don't chase clout with death.
End.
— Sir David Onyemaizu (@SirDavidBent) October 13, 2022
https://twitter.com/AntiXenophobian/status/1580551236809478144?s=20&t=IDw9RD00Vup2oXC4VvrHTA
https://twitter.com/TundeVorm/status/1580518604046336002?s=20&t=IDw9RD00Vup2oXC4VvrHTA
https://twitter.com/ComedianSirLaw/status/1580515101303394305?s=20&t=IDw9RD00Vup2oXC4VvrHTA
https://twitter.com/Iamwhykayy/status/1580486121376862208?s=20&t=IDw9RD00Vup2oXC4VvrHTA
Ezekiel 34:26
This rain at 7:05 AM on Thursday October 13, 2022 will be showers of Blessing for Patrick Fakoya (Rico Swavey). #Amen. We will rejoice with good news today.
#PrayForRicoSwavey pic.twitter.com/AO3zXBedXk
— DigiBlitz Touch (@DigiBlitzTouch) October 13, 2022
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https://twitter.com/Ijoyviva/status/1580536042083340289?s=20&t=IDw9RD00Vup2oXC4VvrHTA
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