Nigerian man dies in sleep in UK; leaves wife, two children

The Nigerian Community in the United Kingdom has announced the death of a Nigerian man, Ekeobong Omega Nelson, who died at the age of 35, leaving behind his wife and two young children. The community announced his death in a statement shared on its X account on Friday, October 23, saying Nelson died on October 17, 2026. THE NIGERIAN COMMUNITY IN THE UK ANNOUNCES WITH DEEP SADNESS IN LOVING MEMORY OF OUR DEAR BROTHER EKEOBONG OMEGA NELSON It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear friend and brother, Ekeobong Omega Nelson, who passed away on 17th… pic.twitter.com/vs3lZdWPh2— Nigerian Community UK (@NCUKCommunity) October 23, 2026 According to the statement, his death came as a shock to his family, friends and members of the Nigerian community because he was not known to be ill.

“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 read. The community described Nelson’s death as a painful loss. It called on well-wishers to offer prayers, love and comfort to the family as they cope with the loss. The statement concluded with a prayer for strength for Nelson’s wife and children and for the deceased to rest in peace.