Ifeanyi Obi, a 34-year-old Nigerian man, died in the United Kingdom.
A statement on a GoFundMe account put up by friends stated that he died unexpectedly in his Birmingham residence on November 14, 2024.
According to the message, Ifeanyi’s final request was to return to Nigeria and be with his family.
In the statement, the friends requested financial assistance for his repatriation to Nigeria as well as funeral arrangements in his birthplace in Ojoto, Idemili South Local Government Area, Anambra State.
“Ifeanyi was a 34-year-old hardworking person who had great dreams and ambitions. This was cut short on Thursday 14th November 2024 when he suddenly and sadly passed away in his apartment in Birmingham,” the message read.
“We his close friends have set up this GoFundMe account to help with the repatriation costs to Nigeria and the funeral arrangements at his home town, Ojoto-Anambra state.
“Ifeanyi’s last wish was to go back to Nigeria and be with family. Although the circumstance are different now, we still want to solicit for support to give him a befitting farewell and pay our last respects.
“Ifeanyi Obi would always be remembered for his humour, selflessness, generosity and the profound impact he had on everyone who knew him.”
Oluomo of Derby, the founder of Nigerians in the UK Community, verified the incident in a statement released on Thursday, November 21, 2024.
“With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Ifeanyi Obi, who tragically passed away at just 34 on 14th November 2024,” he wrote.
“We are urgently seeking donations to assist with funds to send him home to Nigeria and give him a respectful farewell. Please support by donating through the link below. Every contribution, no matter how small, will be deeply appreciated during this difficult time. Thank you as you donate.”
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