Nigerian father of three found dead in UK apartment
A Nigerian man named Herbert has been found dead in his Thornaby apartment in the United Kingdom. He was a father of three young children, the youngest just eight years old, and had recently lost his own father in Nigeria. The family is now appealing for financial help to cover funeral and repatriation expenses. Community members and organizations have confirmed the incident and are urging support for the bereaved family.
What happened
- Herbert, a Nigerian father of three, died suddenly in his sleep in Thornaby, UK.
- His death came just days after losing his own father in Nigeria, which left him emotionally and financially strained.
- His children discovered his body, as his wife was away at the time.
- The family is seeking financial support for funeral and repatriation costs, with £2,633 raised out of a £7,000 target.
- Community leaders, including Benjamin Kuti, have called for further support for Herbert’s family.
