Voice Nigeria Star Dies After Snake Bite

Ifunanya Nwangene, a promising Nigerian singer recognized from The Voice Nigeria, died at the age of 26 due to a snake bite. The tragic incident occurred while she was sleeping at her home in Abuja. Nwangene had achieved national fame after her performance of Rihanna's "Take A Bow" on the reality show, though she was eliminated in the knockout rounds.

Her passing was confirmed by her music director, Sam Ezugwu, who announced the news on Facebook. Nwangene's last social media activity included an Instagram post where she sang Whitney Houston's rendition of "I Will Always Love You" at a wedding. She shared the video wearing a red gown and inquired about her followers' favorite love songs.

Reports indicate Nwangene was bitten by two snakes and initially received treatment at a local clinic lacking antivenom. She was subsequently transferred to a hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries. Nwangene was reportedly planning her first solo concert for 2026 before her untimely death. Fans have mourned her loss, remembering her powerful voice and expressing disbelief at the cause of death.