Family to bury Rico Swavey on Thursday

The funeral plans for late Big Brother Naija star, Rico Swavey have been made public by his family.

Rico, who was born Patrick Adebowale Fakoya, was involved in a car accident and put on life support as a result. On Thursday, October 13, 2022, two days after the incident, he passed away.

Plans for his funeral were announced on Tuesday via Twitter in a statement that was endorsed by his family and management team.

“With a heavy heart, we invite all friends and fans of Rico Swavey to his tribute night/candle light walk tomorrow as we witness a star supernova. Thank you all,” the caption read.

On Wednesday at Retro Citi in Victoria Island, Lagos, there will be a night of tribute and a candlelight procession.

On Thursday, there will be a private ceremony held in the Methodist Church of the Trinity in Tinubu Square.

The deceased will be laid to rest at Ebony Vaults in Ikoyi shortly after the funeral service.