Nigerian Master’s Graduate Dies After Asthma Attack Days Before Birthday Celebration in London
A 26-year-old Nigerian student, Obanyeli Jesse Chima, has died after suffering an asthma attack in London, days before he was due to celebrate his birthday with friends. Chima, who had recently completed a master’s degree in Public Health and was awaiting graduation, reportedly became unwell while meeting friends on September 19. He collapsed as an ambulance was being called, and friends administered CPR with guidance from emergency operators. He was placed on life support but was later confirmed brain-dead. He died on September 25. Friends are raising funds to return his body to Nigeria for burial and support his family with the arrangements.
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