Tears flow, emotions run high as friends  pour tributes on Rico Swavey

By David Adebayo

Not one person among the many friends and acquaintances of Rico Swavey could hold back tears yesterday as they gathered at the late reality star’s night of tributes.

Held at Retro City, Victoria Island, Lagos, most of those who became his friends during their days at the Big Brother Naija house were on ground to pay their last respects even as they lamented bitterly the loss of not just a friend but a true brother who will remain close to their hearts.

As tributes began to pour in, the mood became pensive as friends and family of the deceased who died after as a result of injuries sustained in an auto accident let out their emotions, resting on one another’s shoulders for consolation.

One of Rico’s friends, Anto Lecky couldn’t hide her emotions as she wept uncontrollably, opening the floodgate of tears that soon engulfed the entire venue filled with sympathisers from different parts of Lagos and beyond.

The packed event had in attendance a majority of BBNaija stars including co-housemates and housemates from previous seasons.

From Bam Bam, Alex, Dorathy Bachor battling with tears as they shared their personal experiences and unforgettable moments they had with the deceased, one could tell that Rico was loved by many who came in contact with him.

Also speaking at the event, Alex, who broke the news of Rico’s death, described him as a loving soul whose heart is pure and golden.

She, like others who spoke, prayed for Rico’s family, especially his mum who was also present at the event.

The reality star’s body will be interred today at Ebony Vaults in Ikoyi after the morning service.