Benin: death of TikToker Alban, the young man known for imitating singer Nikanor
The young Beninese TikToker Alban, who imitates the singer Nikanor with a striking resemblance, died on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at the Lokossa zonal hospital.
Sad news for the TikTok community. Young, popular and known for his talent for imitation, Alban passed away last Wednesday. Like a rumor, the announcement of his death spread quickly on TikTok on Thursday, November 27 before being confirmed by his family on Friday, November 28, 2025. Very active on TikTok, he had become known for his videos in which he reproduced the singer Nikanor’s style with remarkable precision, sunglasses included.
Thanks to his astonishing physical resemblance to the artist and his keen sense of staging, he attracted thousands of views with each post. His videos, often shared on social networks, had ultimately cemented his stage name: Nikanor 2, the singer’s digital double.
Over the months, Alban had managed to build a loyal community around him. His performances, described as “hilarious” or “astonishing” by his followers, made him a familiar face to fans of digital entertainment.
The exact circumstances of his death have not yet been disclosed. But one thing is certain: his death brings to an end his meteoric trajectory on social media, where he had established a style and authenticity that set him apart.
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