A Nigerian man tragically slumped and passed away during his wife’s 60th birthday Thanksgiving celebration in Lagos state.
This heartbreaking incident was shared in a post on X (formerly Twitter), where a video showed the couple at the event. In the video, the man, holding a microphone, was singing praises, while his wife danced joyfully beside him to celebrate her milestone birthday.
Seconds into the video, the man suddenly collapsed to the ground, and it is reported that he passed away shortly after, leaving the gathering in shock and disbelief. The tragic incident has left his family and friends in mourning as they try to process the unexpected turn of events.
As the video spread across social media, concerned individuals expressed their condolences and shared their reactions in the comment section. Many highlighted the unpredictability of life, especially when someone appears to be in good health in the moment of joy, only for tragedy to strike suddenly.
See some reactions below:
@Ekene_Chigozie: “Always check your Blood pressure.”
@iamizuogu: “Another landlady added. After men worked themself out they will never live to eat fruit of their labor. It’s sad landlady everywhere.”
@Adathebeloved: “Waooh. RIP to him and comfort to his family. He might have had massive heart attack.”
@EsioUweh: “Life is extremely unpredictable. Even in the moment of excitement anything can happen.”
WATCH VIDEO:
Heartbreaking moment man slumped and d!ed at the 60th birthday thanksgiving of his wife in Lagos state 🥲💔 pic.twitter.com/aqAJB6mR4P
— CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) April 20, 2025