A Nigerian man has taken to social media to express his profound grief following the tragic death of a close female friend in a fatal boat accident. In an emotional Instagram post, he shared the poignant details of their final conversation, revealing the promise she made just days before the incident.
A Promise Cut Short by Tragedy
The man, identified as Chamberlain Chimeremeze on Instagram as @chamberlain_dgee, recounted how he initially saw news of a boat mishap that claimed six lives on January 2, 2026. At first, the news felt distant. However, that detachment shattered when he realized the disaster had taken someone dear to him—his friend, Ella.
He described his heart as "completely shattered" upon learning she was among the victims. The pain was magnified by the memory of their last interaction, which occurred mere days before the accident. Ella had called to wish his family a Merry Christmas, filled with laughter, and promised to visit them soon. That cheerful exchange, filled with anticipation, tragically became their final conversation.
Heartbreak for a Son Left Behind
Beyond his personal loss, Chamberlain's anguish extended deeply to thoughts of Ella's young son, Leo. In his tribute, he highlighted the mother's unwavering dedication, stating she "lived for that boy" and worked tirelessly to provide for him. His post poignantly questioned who would now love and care for Leo with the same intensity his mother did.
"What hurts the most is thinking of your son, Leo... Now, my heart aches wondering who will ever love and care for him the way you did," he wrote. He concluded his message by asking the public to keep Ella's family and little Leo in their prayers, signing off with a heartfelt "Rest in peace, Ella."
Outpouring of Condolences Online
The heartbreaking post quickly drew sympathetic reactions from Nigerians on Instagram. Users flooded the comments section with messages of condolence and support.
Comments ranged from expressions of shock like "Chineke Nna #such a beautiful lady" from Er__nah and "Chai" from Djbollombolo, to prayers such as "May God rest her soul" from Jumokefadipe. Some, like Makasberry7, offered direct advice, suggesting the best tribute would be to "take care of the child she left behind."
The incident serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life, prompting others, like Collins_e778, to reflect on gratitude: "Imagine God keeping you alive till 2026 you don't know what God have done for you."
This tragic event underscores the suddenness with which accidents can occur, leaving loved ones to grapple with loss and the enduring responsibility of caring for those left behind.
