Mother of Late Singer Nanyah Displays Heartbreaking Final WhatsApp Exchange Before Fatal Snakebite
Patricia Nwangene, the grieving mother of rising singer Ifunanya Nwangene, widely known as Nanyah, has publicly revealed the last WhatsApp conversation she had with her daughter just days before Nanyah tragically succumbed to a snakebite. The 26-year-old artist reportedly passed away after being bitten by a snake at her residence, despite being rushed to a hospital immediately following the incident.
Emotional Interview and Fond Memories Shared
In an emotional interview with BBC Igbo, Patricia Nwangene opened up about her daughter's devout faith and musical talent. She stated, translated from Igbo, "Ifunanya was my daughter who never joked with the things of God. Her singing is the talent that God gave to her. When she was in Enugu, she was with the choir. When she went to Abuja, she had to find a way to make sure she's in the choir in Abuja. She went to The Voice Nigeria." The mother shared that their final WhatsApp chat occurred on January 28, 2026, merely three days before Nanyah's untimely death on January 31, 2026.
Public Reactions and Mourning Pour In
The revelation of the last chat has sparked a wave of mixed reactions and heartfelt condolences across social media platforms. Users expressed their sorrow and paid tribute to Nanyah's talent and character. For instance, one commenter, chinuju, remarked, "Her 'star' was so bright, so much talent and humility, she is a true child of God, whoever did this will be judged." Another, papaemeka, added, "Such a sad way to leave the world. Eternal rest grant unto her o lord and let thy perpetual light shine upon her." Others, like bestbangng, lamented the circumstances, saying, "This is heart wrenching. May God console you all and grant her eternal rest. Nigeria is a death trap. It's so unfortunate. Rest well Angel."
Related Incidents and Spiritual Insights
In a related development, a Catholic priest who knew Nanyah disclosed a strange dream he had about the singer hours after her death and recounted a conversation with her two days prior to the fatal incident. Additionally, reports have surfaced about three Nigerians who survived snakebites in the past without anti-venom, highlighting broader concerns about such emergencies in the region.
The story has drawn significant attention, underscoring the impact of Nanyah's life and the tragic nature of her passing, as her mother continues to mourn and share memories of her beloved daughter.
