A university friend of the late Nigerian singer Ifunanya Nwangene popularly known as Nanyah has opened up on their unforgettable memories together, days after the singer’s tragic death in Abuja.
The friend shared rare items the singer gifted her a decade ago, highlighting the special bond they shared while at university.
Fond Memories From University Days
Christiana Aneke, who attended the same university as Ifunanya, took to Facebook to reminisce about their time together.
She revealed that she never imagined she would be mourning her friend years after they first met as freshers.
Reflecting on the gifts Ifunanya gave her during their faculty week event, she wrote: “Ifunanya Nwangene, Facebook just reminded me of this picture I took ten years ago, and looking at the picture, the wristwatch and red muffler I’m wearing, you gave them to me to use for our Faculty week for freshers (FESSA). This was when we were newly admitted into school… Ah Ifu, if anyone had told me that 10 years later I would be making this kind of post for you, I for first slap that person
.”
Friend’s Heartfelt Tribute
Christiana expressed how deeply the loss has affected her, comparing it to the pain of losing her father 14 years ago.
She described Ifunanya’s gentle nature, writing: “I remember the sweet and gentle way you speak. Do you remember the day you said to me, ‘Christiana, even if I’m still sleeping, I know when you’ve woken up,’ and I asked how… You said every time I wake up, I stretch my hands and fingers, so the sound wakes you up too.”
The Tragic Death
Ifunanya Nwangene passed away at an Abuja hospital after being bitten by venomous snakes.
Christiana criticized the lack of immediate medical attention. She wrote:
“What the heck are snakes, not even normal snakes but cobras and a black whatever una call, doing in someone’s apartment? And to think of the fact that when she got to the hospital she wasn’t attended to immediately because Nigerian hospitals don’t have snake antidote. Ah, this thing dey pain me… Abuja for that matter.”
Condemning the Circumstances
The friend suggested the incident could have spiritual implications.
“If this was actually spiritual, those who are responsible, God will judge you
. Rest on, my Ifu, as I fondly call you
,” she added.
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