Grief as Fast Rising Nigerian Singer Ifunanya 'Nanyah' Dies After Snake Bite: “She Was Just Online”

• A singer named Nanyah was said to have passed away after a snake bite sustained within the walls of her own residence
• She was said to have been active on her social media pages just hours before the incident, with no idea of what would happen next
• A video has since surfaced across social media platforms showing a long, black snake, which was allegedly caught at the scene

The Nigerian music scene has been thrown into mourning following reports of the death of fast-rising singer and vocalist Ifunanya, popularly known as Nanyah_music.

According to sources familiar with the tragic situation, the young singer reportedly passed away after being bitten by a snake at her residence.

Nanyah's death comes just weeks after the passing of another young Nigerian singer, Destiny Boy, who passed away in controversial circumstances.

She was said to have been rushed to a hospital immediately after the incident, but despite medical intervention, she did not survive.

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Details surrounding the incident remain sketchy, but those close to the matter said the snake bite occurred at her home.

Efforts were reportedly made to save her life, with medical professionals attending to her upon arrival at the hospital.

Sadly, the singer was pronounced dead shortly after, with no official statement having been released by her family at the time of reporting.

Following news of her death, a clip began circulating online showing a long black snake being held by a man whose face was not visible in the footage.

Adding to the tragedy of the situation is the fact that Nanyah_music was reportedly active on social media just hours before the incident occurred.

According to a recent report, she had shared content and interacted with followers shortly before news of her death broke online.

Nanyah Music is best known for her powerful Catholic hymns and classical covers like 'Time to Say Goodbye' on TikTok.

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Reactions trail Nanyah Music's death

Legit.ng compiled the reactions of social media users below:

@DaSTReet5 stated:

"I can't stand the thought of a snake slithering into my apartment or even coming near my house; it's something I always push out of my mind right away. I have no idea why I dislike that creature so much; it just gives me the creeps. Back in the old days, every home kept antidotes for snakes and scorpions handy because those dangers were common. But now, religion has pulled us away from that practical knowledge and self-reliance."

@Honey4rmDErock stated:

"It is not an ordinary snake, wicked people on the rampage,, protect your life and your family, dwell in the secret place of the most high God, so as to escape from their wicked activities"

@Odelora_ shared:

"So heartbreaking Gone too soon. Rest in peace, Ifunanya (Nanyah_music). A rare talent silenced tragically. Prayers for her family, friends, and everyone who loved her music."

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Photographer shares Omije Ojumi's promise to him

Legit.ng earlier reported that a photographer who worked with the late singer Bunmi Akinnaanu during her 45th birthday.

The photographer had penned an emotional tribute to her.

Iroayo took some lovely shots of the singer at her birthday and made a video, which he shared in his tribute to her, recalling a promise she made to him.

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Source: Legit.ng