Nanyah, a well-known Nigerian singer, tragically passed away at the age of 26 on January 31, 2026, after being bitten by a snake at her home in Abuja. Despite being rushed to the hospital for emergency treatment, she could not be saved. Her brother, Kingsley Nwangene, took to Instagram to share her obituary and pay tribute to her, expressing profound sorrow at her passing and indicating plans for her funeral services.

The family has outlined a series of memorial events, starting with a service of songs on February 10, 2026, which will be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Lagos. This will be followed by a requiem mass on the same day. Nanyah's body is set to be interred in her hometown in Enugu State on February 14, 2026, concluding with a thanksgiving service to celebrate her life scheduled for February 15, 2026. These arrangements reflect the family's desire to honor Nanyah's legacy and the impact she had on her community and fans.

In response to her untimely death, the Abuja Metropolitan Music Society Choir organized a tribute concert to celebrate her life and contributions to the music industry. This event serves as a testament to Nanyah's influential role within the local music scene and reflects the collective mourning of her loss among fans and fellow artists alike. As the community gathers to pay their respects, it highlights the cultural significance of memorializing artists in Nigeria, where music plays a central role in social and communal life.