The death of Nnena Miriam, a Nigerian nurse who worked in Leeds, UK, at her flat has shocked and grieved the nursing communities in both Nigeria and the UK.
Miriam’s corpse was found by the police following a missing person complaint, according to Fellow Nurses Africa, an association devoted to promoting the nursing profession in Africa.
One of her close friends ultimately filed a missing persons report after becoming concerned about her abrupt disappearance from work and several unanswered calls.
Later, her corpse was reportedly discovered at her house by the police.
“With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, we report the sudden passing of one of our own, Nnena Miriam, a dedicated and professional nurse based in Leeds, United Kingdom,” the group said in a statement issued on Wednesday.
“Nurse Miriam was found dead in her room earlier this week under heartbreaking circumstances. According to reports, her last shift was on Sunday of last week.
“Alarm bells were raised when her close friend tried reaching out to her repeatedly from that Sunday without success. Growing increasingly worried, the friend filed a missing person report—only for the police to later discover her lifeless body in her apartment.”
It was further stated that Miriam had just returned to the UK after having her introduction ceremony in Nigeria, ahead of her traditional marriage.
The statement further read, “Tuesday, April 29, was meant to be her special day — a day of joy, celebration, and new beginnings.
“Instead, her sudden death has left colleagues and loved ones overwhelmed with unspeakable grief and unanswered questions.”
Colleagues described Miriam as one who practised her profession with a beacon of kindness, dedication, and resilience.
“Her untimely passing is a profound loss to the healthcare family she served with pride and to the many patients whose lives she touched with care and compassion.
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“As the investigation continues, we join the family, friends, and the global African nursing community in mourning this tragic loss,” the statement further disclosed.
Another Nigerian lady, Chidimma Ezenyili, was employed in the United Kingdom when a similar terrible event happened in March 2024.
According to reports, Ezenyili passed out on February 22 while caring for Ian Hale, an elderly customer, at a home on Scott Road.
Two days later, she passed away.
