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Ex-West Africa Idols Star, Eric Arubayi Dies

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MICHAEL AKINOLA

Nigerian Gospel singer and West African Idols star Eric Arubayi is dead.

The singer died on Saturday at the Delta State University Teaching Hospital.

Eric, in his mid-30s, reportedly fell sick during the week and was rushed to the hospital.

He is survived by his wife, Chinonso and a child.

The singer and wife celebrated their third wedding anniversary in December.

His wife, Chinonso, works as a content producer at Spice TV Channel and is also a make-up vlogger.

Although unconfirmed, many reports suggest that he complained of malaria before ending up at the hospital.

In 2007, Eric emerged 3rd runner-up at the first edition of West African Idol singing competition which produced Timi Dakolo as winner and Omawumi Mgbele as first runner-up.

Eric was well loved by all, beyond his commercial career as a musician, he was a popular worship leader at the Pastor Paul Adefarsin’s House on the Rock Church.

He also shared his music worship ministry across the nation whenever he performed.

 

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