………FMC Jabi Speaks on Late Ifunanya Nwagene, Confirms Prompt Medical Intervention……….
An Abuja-based singer, Ifunanya Nwangene, popularly known as Nanyah, died on Saturday after she was reportedly bitten by a cobra at her residence in Lugbe, a suburb of the Federal Capital Territory.
She was 26 and rose to prominence after appearing on The Voice Nigeria, a reality TV show, in 2021.
The incident, which occurred in the early hours of the day, has since sparked intense public debate, with many Nigerians questioning how a preventable death could happen in the nation’s capital due to the unavailability of life-saving anti-venom.
Nwangene was said to have rushed herself to two different hospitals for urgent medical attention, but was reportedly left untreated due to the unavailability of anti-venom at both facilities.
She first stop at Divine Health Hospital, located at the Trade Fair Mall in Lugbe. However, she was allegedly told that the facility did not have anti-venom and could not treat her.
The second hospital was the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, where Nanyah arrived at about 10 a.m.
According to source, staff at the emergency unit began asking routine questions while the singer’s condition deteriorated.
It was gathered that doctors removed the tourniquet Nanyah had tied around her arm to slow the spread of the venom and asked her to remain calm.
Confirming her death in a post on social media, Amemuso Choir which the deceased was a member of, said Kingsley Nwangene would be “deeply missed”.
“Amemuso Choir regrets to announce the sudden demise of our beloved soprano Ifunanya Nwangene who passed away yesterday, 31st January 2026 at Federal Medical Centre due to a snake bite,” the statement reads.
Meanwhile,
1st February, 2026
STATEMENT FROM FMC JABI, ABUJA
CLARIFICATION ON RECENT EVENTS REGARDING THE CASE OF LATE IFUNANYA LUCY NWANGENE
We wish to address the circulating discussion on social media concerning the unfortunate case of Ms. Ifunanya Lucy Nwagene, who tragically passed away due to neurotoxic complications following a snake bite on January 31, 2026.
First and foremost, we express our deepest condolences to the Nwagene family during this incredibly difficult time. The loss of a loved one is never easy, and our thoughts are with them.
We want to clarify that the management team at Federal Medical Centre, Abuja acted promptly and with the utmost care upon Ms. Nwagene’s arrival. Our medical staff provided immediate and appropriate treatment, including resuscitation efforts, intravenous fluids, intranasal oxygen, and the administration of polyvalent snake antivenom.
After a thorough but quick evaluation, it was clear that Ms. Nwagene suffered severe neurotoxic complications from the snake bite. Despite all efforts to stabilize her condition and transfer her to the Intensive Care Unit for further treatment, she experienced a sudden deterioration just before the transfer. Our team of professionals worked diligently to provide CPR and other life-saving measures; however, despite these efforts, we were unable to revive her.
We stand by the quality of care and dedication our team demonstrates daily. The claims of non-availability of anti-snake venom and inadequate response are unfounded and do not reflect the reality of the situation. We are committed to transparency and integrity in our practices and will continue to pursue excellence in patient care.
In light of these events, we encourage our community to engage with credible sources for information and updates rather than relying on social media speculation. We remain available for any further inquiries or clarifications.
Thank you for your understanding.
MANAGEMENT
FMC JABI, ABUJA
