Ebuka Obi-Uchendu heartbroken over Rico Swavey’s death

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu

Big Brother Naija host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu has expressed heartbreak over the shocking death of season three ex-housemate Rico Swavey who died after a ghastly accident.

Rico’s death was announced by fellow reality star Alex Unusual in a Twitter post on Thursday.

Reacting to the shocking death on Twitter, Ebuka described Rico as the ‘warmest human being’, adding that his death was heartbreaking.

He wrote: “The actual warmest human being. This is truly heartbreaking…Rest in Peace Rico.”

Born Patrick Fakoya, Rico Swavey whose mum is Italian, contested in the third edition of the reality show in 2018.

The Babcock University graduate was also a lawyer, singer and actor.

Rico was best known for his role in the drama series Life 101 and the Africa Magic series Tinsel.

The 29-year-old released a song titled ‘Afrosantana’ in 2020. He also dropped another ‘Emotions’ the same year.