Big Brother Naija reality star Patrick Fakoya, popularly known as Rico Swavey, has passed away, according to local reports.

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Alex Unusual and Tobi Bakare, who were once his housemates during the reality show, confirmed the report on Thursday via social media.

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“This is not what we agreed Rico. Rest in peace," Alex tweeted.

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Tobi on the other hand shared a picture of himself and Rico, with the caption: “This is how I will remember you brother.”

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Recall Nigerian entertainers launched a fundraiser for the late housemate following his accident. Tobi made the announcement on the fundraising via his Twitter page on Wednesday.

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Sharing a picture of hospitalised Rico, Bakre tweeted, “Please help save Rico. He had a really bad car accident.

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“We have to keep him on life support and continue to pay the rising medical bills while we pray for God’s miracle. “(We) can’t do it alone. Please click on the link to donate at ricoswavey.com.”

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Meanwhile, many on social media are expressing their condolences to the bereaved family.

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Leaving your house and going home safely is such an underrated blessing🥺

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RIP Rico🕊️🕊️🕊️

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— SOSO (@realsophy) October 13, 2022

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My first friend. A pure heart. RIP Rico 💔 pic.twitter.com/dGdSxlAcBS

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— 🦂 (@UncleLolu) October 13, 2022

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We lost him.

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But thanks a lot guys. God knows best pic.twitter.com/W4nPi0vGrz

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— Tobi Bakre (@tobibakre) October 13, 2022

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Big Brother Naija reality star Patrick Fakoya, popularly known as Rico Swavey, has passed away, according to local reports.

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