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Grammy-nominated music producer Tay Keith died from the toxic effects of multiple substances, with his death officially classified as an accidental overdose, according to an autopsy report released nearly three months after his death.

The Nashville Office of the Medical Examiner determined that the producer, whose real name was Brytavious Lakeith Chambers, died on June 18, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee.

According to ABC News, the 29-year-old producer had mitragynine, 7-hydroxy mitragynine, mitragynine pseudoindoxyl and ketamine in his system. The medical examiner listed toxicity from the substances as the cause of death and ruled the manner of death accidental.

Keith was found dead inside his Nashville apartment after Metro Nashville Police officers conducted a welfare check.

At the time, police said there were no indications of foul play and that the cause of death would be determined following an autopsy.

Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Keith rose to prominence in the American hip-hop industry through collaborations with some of the biggest names in music, including Drake, Travis Scott, Beyoncé and Cardi B.

He produced Drake’s 2018 hit “Look Alive” and earned his first Grammy nomination for Best Rap Song for his work on Travis Scott’s “Sicko Mode” at the 2019 Grammy Awards.

Keith received another Grammy nomination in 2024 in the Best Rap Song category for producing “Rich Flex,” performed by Drake and 21 Savage.

His death prompted tributes from several major artists with whom he had worked.

Drake paid tribute to Keith in an Instagram post, expressing appreciation for the producer’s contribution to his music career and mourning his death.

Travis Scott also honoured Keith, saying his absence would be felt and vowing to continue pushing forward while carrying his memory.

Beyond music, Keith maintained strong ties to Middle Tennessee State University, where he earned his degree. Despite achieving significant success in the music industry, he remained committed to completing his education.

Beverly Keel, dean of the university’s Scott Borchetta College of Media and Entertainment, said Keith had promised his mother that he would graduate from college.

Keel said the producer later returned to the institution as an honorary professor and continued supporting students after completing his studies.

Keith’s family described him as a producer, songwriter, entrepreneur and philanthropist whose influence extended beyond the music industry.

In a statement issued through his record label, Drumatized, the family said his legacy would live on through the music he created, the opportunities he helped create for others and the people he inspired.

The newly released autopsy findings formally establish the cause and manner of Keith’s death. Police had previously ruled out suspected foul play while awaiting the medical examiner’s findings.

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Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has denied being a member of the Lagos State All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 elections.

Her reaction followed the release of the party’s campaign council list on Thursday, which included her among 33 personalities under its Entertainment and Creative Economy Directorate.

In a statement shared on her Instagram Story, Abraham said she had decided to stay out of politics and asked the public to disregard her inclusion in the campaign structure.

“I’m not a member of any campaign council. I have said it recently; I am staying out of politics. Please disregard the supposed inclusion of my name in any campaign committee,” she said.

The Lagos APC campaign council is scheduled for formal inauguration on Friday, September 18, at the party’s secretariat on ACME Road, Ikeja.

Meanwhile, veteran actor Jide Kosoko, Fuji musicians Wasiu Alabi Pasuma, Abass Akande Obesere and Adewale Ayuba, and Nollywood stars Eniola Badmus and Bimbo Akintola were named members of the Lagos State All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council.

The entertainers are among 33 personalities listed under the party’s Entertainment and Creative Economy Directorate in the campaign council released by the Kadri Obafemi Hamzat Media Centre on Thursday.

According to the list, Toke Benson-Awoyinka will serve as Director of the directorate, while Kosoko is named Co-Director and Badmus as Deputy Director.

Akeem Alimi, popularly known as Ajala Jalingo, is listed as Secretary, with Dare Olateju as Assistant Secretary.

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Social media personality Peller has reportedly offered a N5 million reward for information that could help identify or locate a woman who claims she is pregnant for him.

The controversy has continued to stir reactions online after the woman allegedly maintained that Peller is the father of her unborn child.

According to reports, the woman claimed to have a medical report from a doctor to support her pregnancy allegation.

However, amid growing attention to the matter, Peller has reportedly called on members of the public to provide credible information about the woman’s identity and whereabouts.

He is said to have placed a N5 million bounty on information that could lead to her identification or location.

The development has since triggered widespread discussion on social media, with users expressing differing views over the woman’s claim and Peller’s response.

Neither the pregnancy allegation nor the reported medical documentation has been independently verified.

The controversy comes as Peller, who has built a significant following through his social media activities, continues to attract public attention over his personal life and online engagements.