Sad as Nigerian woman dies one month after arriving UK

Olubunmi Okeniyi, a middle-aged Nigerian woman, has reportedly died almost a month after relocating to the United Kingdom with her two children.

According to report, the mother of two arrived in the country on September 16, 2024, but died on Sunday, October 13 in Sunderland.

Confirming her death, the founder of Nigerians in the UK Community, Oluomo of Derby, in a statement on the microblogging platform, X formerly Twitter, pleaded with the public to donate for her immediate burial.

He wrote: “With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Mrs. Olubunmi Okeniyi, who tragically passed away on the 13/10/24, at 4:30pm in Sunderland, UK. Mrs Olubunmi, who arrived from Nigeria with her two sons on 16/09/24, is survived by her husband, Mr. Jacob Okeniyi. We are urgently seeking donations to assist with her immediate burial, as her husband cannot afford the costs.”