By Olusola Odunfa
A Nigerian man has reportedly died just one day after inspecting his newly completed house, which he was preparing to move into at the start of the new year.
It was gathered that the man visited his new home on Dec. 30, 2025, filled with excitement and hope for a fresh beginning.
The deceased had planned to pack into the house on Jan. 3, 2026, marking a new chapter after years of effort and sacrifice.
Sadly, he reportedly passed away on Dec. 31, 2025, just a day after inspecting the property and hours before the year came to an end.
The sudden death meant the man never lived to occupy the home he worked so hard to build.
The house now stands completed, but its owner is gone.
The incident has triggered widespread reactions across social media platforms.
Many netizens described the incident as a painful reminder that no matter how carefully people plan for the future, life itself remains uncertain.
They noted that the incident underscores the importance of living fully in the present and valuing each day.
The story has since become a sobering symbol of how quickly circumstances can change—where dreams are prepared for, but sometimes never lived.
