Ogbeinde, originally from Benin City, Edo State, was studying at the University of South Wales and was set to graduate in January 2025. He lived in Pontypridd, South Wales, with his wife and their three children.
According to his wife, Benedicta, Ogbeinde collapsed unexpectedly and passed away before paramedics could arrive. She shared the tragic news via a GoFundMe campaign, explaining that the funds would help cover burial expenses and provide support for the family, especially to care for the children and meet their immediate needs.
“Our young family has been devastated by this sudden loss,” the note read. “We would greatly appreciate any help as we navigate this difficult time.”
As of Sunday, the GoFundMe campaign had raised only £225 from eight donors, far short of its £20,000 target.
Ogbeinde’s death is the latest in a troubling pattern of sudden fatalities among Nigerians in the UK. Earlier in 2024, Chinonso Ezeonwumere, a postgraduate student at the University of Hertfordshire, died under similar circumstances while awaiting the start of a new job.
The Nigerian community in the UK has expressed concern over the increasing number of sudden deaths, sparking conversations about health awareness and support for compatriots living abroad.
