Phyna responds to criticism for partying after her sister’s burial, saying grief has no manual or fixed timeline
Phyna has finally spoken out after facing heavy criticism for attending a party shortly after her sister’s burial.
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The Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner broke her silence with an emotional statement stressing that grief is a personal journey without a manual or timeline.
The reality TV star, whose younger sister Ruth Otabor tragically died in August following a collision with a Dangote truck, laid her to rest in September.
However, Phyna recently came under fire when a video showing her clubbing alongside Nollywood actress Regina Daniels surfaced online.
The viral clip drew harsh reactions from some social media users who accused her of being insensitive and moving on too quickly after such a painful loss.
The criticism quickly spread across platforms, prompting Regina Daniels to defend her friend, urging the public to “stop judging how others grieve.”
Until now, Phyna had remained silent. But in a heartfelt post shared on her X account, she addressed the controversy directly, urging compassion and understanding.
“Grief has no manual, no fixed face, and no timetable. The fact that I choose to keep living, smiling, or sharing moments does not erase the pain I carry.
Respect the process, even if you do not understand it. If you cannot extend compassion, then at least extend silence,” she wrote.
Her message resonated with many fans who praised her courage and maturity in handling the situation. Others echoed her sentiment that everyone mourns differently and that public scrutiny often deepens private pain.
Phyna, who has built a strong following since winning Big Brother Naija Level Up in 2022, is known for her outspoken and unapologetic personality.
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Despite the online backlash, her recent statement has helped shift the conversation from criticism to compassion a reminder that grief, in all its forms, deserves empathy rather than judgment.
