Akeem Ayobami Moshood, a Nigerian living in the United Kingdom, has tragically passed away in his sleep.
The incident, which occurred on Sunday, 9th February 2025, has left family, friends, and colleagues in shock.
According to SaharaReporters the deceased resided in Rochdale with his wife and three children.
“It’s so sad. He died in his sleep; we were neighbours in Cathays, Cardiff, before they relocated,” said family friend Hellen Kotila to SaharaReporters.
In response to this tragic loss, a GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to assist with the burial expenses.
Hellen Kotila stated that the funds would be used “to cover the Janazah costs, as the family urgently needs support to bury him.”
In her heartfelt message, Hellen wrote, “My name is Hellen Kot, and I am posting on behalf of my friend Mrs Olatunde Moshood, who sadly lost her husband yesterday.
“Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. It is with deep sorrow that I share the news of Mr Akeem Ayobami Moshood’s sudden passing on Sunday, 9th February 2025, at his home in Rochdale, United Kingdom, leaving behind a wife and three young children.
“I ask everyone who reads this to please make dua for him, that Allah forgives all his sins, grants him a place in Jannah Al-Firdous, and envelops him in His mercy. May Allah forgive him for all his transgressions, and may we all be reunited with our loved ones in Jannah. We are raising funds for the Janazah costs, and the family needs assistance for an urgent burial. Any contribution, no matter how small, is appreciated. Thank you all.”
Recently, there have been reports of sudden deaths among some Nigerians residing in the UK.
