Nick Imudia, the former Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian e-commerce giant Konga who recently passed away only added to the number of tech executives who have died mysteriously with lots of cumstances surrounding their death.
Imudia was reported to have died by suicide in his apartment in the Coconut Groove Victoria Island area of Lagos state. However, his family has vehemently denied this claim, and authorities are currently investigating the incident.
Fahim Saleh – Founder of Gokada
Fahim Saleh, known as the founder and CEO of Gokada, a popular bike-hailing startup in Lagos, tragically met his end under chilling circumstances. Saleh was found brutally murdered in his Manhattan Lower East Side apartment. Reports indicated that he suffered multiple stab wounds and his body was dismembered, leaving many shocked and puzzled about the motives behind such a heinous act.
David Ntekim-Rex – Computer Systems Engineer
David Ntekim-Rex, a talented Computer Systems Engineer, fell victim to a tragic incident in the Jibowu area of Lagos State. He was killed by armed robbers, despite his remarkable achievements in the tech industry. Notably, Ntekim-Rex had emerged as the co-regional winner of a prestigious international competition, showcasing his exceptional skills and dedication in the field of technology.
David Gbodi Odaibo – U.S. Government Contract Winner
David Gbodi Odaibo’s untimely death came just seven days after achieving a significant milestone: winning a contract with the U.S. government. His passing, attributed to a sudden cardiac arrhythmia or heart attack while asleep, shocked those who knew him. Odaibo’s promising career trajectory and contributions to the tech sector made his loss all the more poignant.
