Aspiring Nigerian singer and The Voice Nigeria alum, Ifunanya Nwangene, also known by her stage name Nanyah, died on January 31, 2026, under tragic circumstances. She was bitten by a snake and was then hospitalised, following which she was pronounced dead. The medical team shared details of their attempts at saving the 26-year-old, which ultimately proved in vain. Her sudden demise has left her family, friends and fans heartbroken. Amid the outpouring of condolences, the account of Ifunanya’s heartbreaking final moments surfaced.
How did Ifunanya Nwangene die? Details of her final moments emerged
Ifunanya Nwangene was bitten by a venomous snake in her home in Abuja, Nigeria. The budding singing talent was asleep in her apartment when the snake bite woke her up. Witnesses and footage later shared on social media identified the snake as a cobra. After being bitten, Ifunanya reportedly rushed to a nearby clinic in Lugbe, which did not have antivenom and referred her to another hospital. Reports indicate she visited at least two facilities that lacked the necessary antivenom.
