Francisca Owumi, former Big Brother Naija contestant and runner-up of the inaugural 2006 season, has passed away.
She died on the 29th of August, 2024, after a brief illness.
Her family shared the news on social media, stating: “A daughter and sister. May her soul rest in peace. Amen.”
The late Francisca, renowned for her dynamic dance moves, was in the house alongside the winner of the show, Katung Aduwak, as well as Gideon Okeke, Ebuka Obi Uchendu, Maureen Osuji, and others.
Following the show, she made a brief foray into the Nigerian music scene with the singles “Diva” and “Gbadun You.”