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Claim: A Facebook blog called WeBlog232 claimed that Akmed Sidi, popularly known as Black Coffee, a TikTok influencer and CEO of Black Coffee House of Entertainment in Sierra Leone, has died from the Mpox virus.
Verdict: True. His close friend, Abdul Koroma Jr., confirmed that Black Coffee died after suffering from the Mpox virus.
Full Text
Recently, a post from a Facebook blog named WeBlog232 claimed that Akmed Sidi, also known as Black Coffee, had died after contracting the Mpox virus. This news spread rapidly online and caused considerable confusion. Some fans believed it immediately, while others were not sure if it was true.
Black Coffee was a well-known face on TikTok and social media in Sierra Leone. He was loved for his creative videos and led a media team called Black Coffee House of Entertainment, which helped young talents grow in the entertainment world.
Verification
DUBAWA decided to verify the claim and contacted Abdul Koroma Jr., a close friend of Black Coffee. Koroma Jr. confirmed that Black Coffee had indeed been sick with Mpox and sadly passed away. He said he was deeply heartbroken and described Black Coffee as someone who brought joy to many people and helped push Sierra Leone’s online entertainment scene forward.
In addition to Koroma Jr.’s statement, several social media pages shared the sad news. Many fans and fellow content creators posted sorrowful messages, prayers, and tributes, confirming that the popular influencer had passed away.
A major media outlet in Sierra Leone, AYV News, also reported on Black Coffee’s death. Their coverage further confirmed the news, which helped clear up the confusion that some people had after seeing the initial online post.
Conclusion
Based on confirmation from his close friend Abdul Koroma Jr., social media tributes, and the report from AYV News, it is true that Akmed Sidi, also known as Black Coffee, has died from the Mpox virus. His death is a significant loss to Sierra Leone’s online entertainment community.
