According to numerous sources, the Gospel singer and runner-up of the first season of Idols West Africa, died after battling a brief illness.

The singer, said to be in his early 30s, reportedly fell ill earlier this week, and was rushed to the Delta State University Teaching Hospital, where he died on February 11, 2017.

Arubayi is survived by his wife, Chinonso, and son.

The couple recently celebrated their 3rd wedding anniversary.

His family is yet to release an official statement.