Francisca Owumi, a former Big Brother Naija housemate and the first runner-up of the show’s debut season in 2006, has passed away.
Her family shared the sad news on her Instagram account, accompanied by the caption, “A daughter and sister. May her soul rest in peace, Amen.”
Reports indicate that Owumi died following a brief illness. She was a notable contestant on the first season of Big Brother Nigeria (BBNaija), remembered for her vibrant dance moves and captivating personality.
She shared the house with notable contestants like Katung Aduwak, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Gideon Okeke, and the late Joseph Ada.
After her reality TV stint, Owumi explored her passion for music, releasing two singles, “Gbadun You” and “Diva”, under her record label, Cisca Entertainment, in 2012. She was also a writer for Revista, an international magazine based in Ghana.