Nigerian rapper Oladips, whose real name is Oladipupo Oladimeji, is currently trending on X (formerly known as Twitter) after a resurfaced report about his death in 2023. The news, which initially shocked his fans and the Nigerian music community, came when his management announced that he had passed away following a prolonged battle with an illness that lasted two years.
The announcement of his death last year sent waves of sadness through social media, with fans and fellow artists expressing their condolences and tributes. However, the rapper later cleared the air, revealing that he was still alive, and the initial report was a misunderstanding or a false claim.
Despite the confusion, Oladips continued to focus on his music career and has been actively sharing content, including new projects and updates on his social media platforms. The resurfacing of the death report has reignited discussions online, with fans expressing relief and joy that he is alive and well, while also reflecting on the intense emotions that the initial news caused.
Oladips’ ability to bounce back and continue his musical journey after such a traumatic period has only strengthened his relationship with his fanbase. His perseverance has become an inspiration, showing the resilience of an artist who overcame a challenging moment in his life.
“We are saddened to inform the general public that Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji, aka Oladips, passed away yesterday, November 14, Tuesday evening,” the statement read in part.
Just after Nigerians shared their grief on social media, a new report said he was actually alive, claiming he had been dead for three days before returning to life.
This situation led to Oladips being called Lazarus, and Nigerians have kept teasing him since.
Now, on the one-year anniversary of the event, Nigerians are once again targeting Oladips.
See some comments below:
@guccistarboi: “Today marks its a year, God be with him.”
@herdeymolar111: “Broda Lazarus.”
@its.kemzy_: “Nigerian no Dey forget anything.”
@kween_themmy: “For us Wey get things to say but we decided to read comments I greet uhna oo.”
@bolanle___x: “Shebi he no later die.”
@richminds01: “Rememberance. god!!!”
@happiokos_comedy: “So today na the Remembrance Day?”
@alexanderdagr8____: “The real walking dead.. not even Rick can survive this.”
@kvng_flex01comics: “Nigeria na survival of the dead.”
@yomideee__: “Una no dae forget something.”
@Papito_bg: “A years ago you’re gone your memories still lives Rest on Oladips.”
@timipri: “Today makes it a year we lost Oladips. May his gentle soul rest in peace.”