Nigerian singer Destiny Boy, known offstage as Afeez Adeshina, has joyously announced the birth of his first child with his partner, Iremide. The couple welcomed a baby boy, marking an exciting new chapter in the young artist’s life. The 20-year-old singer shared the heartwarming news on his Instagram page early Wednesday, posting photos of his partner and their newborn son. Accompanying the post, he wrote, “Alhamdulillah. Junior is here. My first boy,” expressing his gratitude for the safe arrival of his child.

Born and raised in Agege, Lagos, Destiny Boy entered the Nigerian music scene with a distinctive sound that blends contemporary hits with Fuji rhythms. His journey began as a backup dancer at T2 Boys Studios, where he collaborated with renowned Fuji musician Pasuma. Destiny Boy’s breakthrough came in 2019 with his Fuji-infused cover of Davido’s hit song, “If,” which quickly gained traction across social media and attracted a wave of new fans.

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Since then, Destiny Boy has built a reputation for reimagining popular songs with a Fuji twist, offering covers of tracks by stars such as Tekno, 2 Baba, 9ice, and Small Doctor. His original singles, including “Lamba,” “One Transaction,” “Gbese,” “Billion Dollar,” “Mio Gbonkankan,” and “Lowkey,” have further cemented his place in Nigeria’s music industry.

Fans and fellow artists alike have flooded Destiny Boy’s social media with congratulatory messages, celebrating the arrival of his son and showing support for the talented young father.