Former Big Brother Naija star Francisca Owumi has tragically passed away following a brief illness, as announced by her family.
Francisca Owumi, the runner-up of the inaugural Big Brother Nigeria reality television show in 2006, passed away on August 29, 2024.
Her family broke the news on social media with the caption: “A daughter and sister. Make her soul rest in peace, Amen.”
The late Francisca, known for her fierce dancing moves, was present in the house with the winner of the show Katung Aduwak, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Gideon Okeke, Maureen Osuji, and others. Following the show, Francisca briefly entered the Nigerian music scene with the singles “Diva” and “Gbadun You.”
Read some comments from netizens
foodzone.abuja noted: “OMG! This is sad. She was a very good dancer, tall and curvy. My favorite then. Rest in peace, Francisca.💔💔”
ruoreentreats said: “The fire dancer and the lady that liked Ebuka then if I’m correct. Sad! May her soul rest in peace.”
mum_of_d_twinnies wrote: “I remember her and just thought about her and the huge crush she had on Ebuka last night. Oh no!”
borsydoh wrote: “I remember her 😢😢😢 God rest her soul and give her family the strength they need now!”
nene_kusi said: “😢😢😢😢😢 what a loss, may she find favor with God Almighty.”
