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Nigerians in UK Launch GoFundMe for Late Cancer Victim's Family

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • A GoFundMe campaign has been launched by Nigerians in the UK to support the family of Mayowa Emmanuel, who died of cancer at age 36.
  • Emmanuel, a devoted husband and father, passed away on August 22, 2026, leaving behind his immediate family and a grieving community.
  • Community leaders are urging financial and emotional support for Emmanuel's wife and son during this difficult time.

The Nigerian community in the United Kingdom is rallying to support the family of Mayowa Emmanuel, a 36-year-old who recently lost his life after a courageous battle with cancer. Emmanuel passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026, leaving behind his wife, young son, parents, and a wide circle of friends and community members.

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our dear friend and brother, Mayowa Emmanuel, aged 36, who went to be with the Lord on August 22, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.

— Benjamin KutiCondolence message shared on X handle.

Benjamin Kuti, founder of the Nigerians in the UK Community, known as Oluomo of Derby, shared a heartfelt message of condolence, describing Emmanuel as a "loving son, devoted husband and adorable father." Kuti urged the community to offer both financial and emotional support to Emmanuel's family, emphasizing the devastating impact of his untimely death.

Mayowa was a wonderful son to his parents, a loving and devoted husband, and a loving and adorable father to his son. His passing at such a young age is a heartbreaking loss to his family, friends, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

— Benjamin KutiDescribing the deceased in a condolence message.

"It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our dear friend and brother, Mayowa Emmanuel, aged 36, who went to be with the Lord on August 22, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer," Kuti stated. He added, "His passing at such a young age is a heartbreaking loss to his family, friends, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him."

At this difficult time, I’m appealing to everyone in the Nigerian community in the UK to please come together and support the family in any way we can. If you are able to support the family financially, any contribution, no matter how small, will be deeply appreciated and will go a long way in helping them through this difficult period.

— Benjamin KutiUrging community support for the family.

A GoFundMe fundraiser has been established to assist Emmanuel's wife, son, and other family members. Digital marketer Sam Edoho announced the fundraiser, encouraging community members to contribute and share the appeal. "At this difficult time, I'm appealing to everyone in the Nigerian community in the UK to please come together and support the family in any way we can," Kuti urged. "If you are able to support the family financially, any contribution, no matter how small, will be deeply appreciated and will go a long way in helping them through this difficult period."

A GoFundMe fundraiser has been set up to receive donations, and members of the public are being encouraged to contribute whatever they can. A link to the fundraiser is available in the comments. My thoughts and prayers are with Mayowa’s family.

— Sam EdohoDisclosing the GoFundMe launch on Facebook.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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