Tuesday, April 28, 2026 - For the third time in April, a Nigerian, Ademola Oke, has
died after being found unresponsive at his workplace in the United Kingdom.
This is just as the family appealed for public support
following his sudden death.
According to a support appeal published by a close family
friend, Adejonwo Odutola, on the popular fundraising platform, GoFundMe, that
the incident occurred on April 18.
Odutola explained that Ademola had left home that morning in
good health and remained in contact with his wife throughout the day, with no
indication of any illness.
He said the deceased was later found unresponsive at his
workplace by a colleague who arrived for a night shift.
Odutola wrote, “On 18th April, 2026, Ademola, 37 years old,
left home in the morning hale and hearty, with no signs of illness. He was in
contact with his wife during the day, and they even shared a WhatsApp message
at 2:08 pm—everything seemed normal.
“Tragically and without warning, Ademola passed away
suddenly while at work. Later in the day, a colleague arriving for their shift
at night in the service user’s house found him seated on a sofa, unresponsive.”
He added that emergency services were immediately contacted,
but he was confirmed dead at the scene.
According to him, the sudden loss has left Ademola’s
31-year-old wife in shock and grief, now solely responsible for caring for
their two young children, aged six and two.
Odutola described the deceased as a loving husband and
devoted father, whose death has had a profound impact on his family and loved
ones.
He noted that the fundraising effort was initiated to
support funeral arrangements and provide financial assistance for the children
as the family adjusts to life without him.
The appeal called on Nigerians in the UK and the wider
public to support the bereaved family, stressing that every contribution, no
matter how small, would be appreciated.
“This cause is deeply important to me because I have seen
firsthand the love within this family and the profound impact this loss has had
on them. No family should have to endure such heartbreak while also facing
financial uncertainty.
“The funds raised will go towards funeral expenses and
ongoing support for the children as the family begins to navigate life without
their husband and father,” he added.
It also urged those unable to donate to share the appeal and
keep the family in their thoughts during the difficult period.
At the time of filing this report, a sum of £4,509 had been
raised out of the £8,000 target.
This is the third incident of a Nigerian based in the United
Kingdom dying in April.
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