D'banj Honors Late Son with Emotional Tribute in 2026

On October 30, 2026, D'banj, whose full name is Daniel Oyebanjo, posted a heartfelt tribute on his Instagram page to his late son, Daniel Oyebanjo III, who passed away on June 24, 2018, at just 13 months old due to drowning in a swimming pool at their residence in Ikoyi. In the tribute, D'banj addressed his son directly, sharing the deep grief that continues to affect the family, particularly the boy's mother.

He expressed gratitude for the peace the family has found over the years and reflected on how the loss reshaped his understanding of life. D'banj also sent a spiritual message to his late brother, Femi, asking young Daniel to convey greetings in the afterlife.

He signed the post as "Daniel D2nd Lee," symbolizing the generational bond with his son. This tribute is one of D'banj's most personal public statements in recent years.