35-Year-Old Nigerian Dies in Sleep in UK, Community Mourns

The Nigerian community in the United Kingdom is mourning the death of Ekeobong Omega Nelson, who died at the age of 35, leaving behind his wife and two young children.

The Nigerian Community in the UK announced the sad development in a statement shared on its X account on Friday, October 23, 2026. It said Nelson passed away on October 17.

The community said his death was unexpected, noting that he had not been known to be ill before the incident.

“His passing came as a devastating shock to everyone, as he was not known to be ill. He went to sleep and sadly did not wake up,” the statement said.

Nelson’s death has left his family, friends and fellow Nigerians in the UK grieving the sudden loss.

In its message, the community described the incident as a painful loss and urged well-wishers to extend prayers and emotional support to his wife and children as they navigate the difficult period.

It also offered prayers for the family to find strength and comfort following the tragedy, while praying for Nelson’s soul to rest in peace.

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