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Influencer Dies After Penis Enlargement Procedure in Thailand

British-Nigerian influencer and businessman Igho Ubiribo, known as Tiny, was buried in London in a gold coffin valued at over $600,000. A London inquest previously confirmed Ubiribo died in Bangkok after penile filler injections caused a fatal pulmonary embolism. He received 40ml of hyaluronic acid and lidocaine in March. Following the death, physician Mobola Savage warned that non-surgical enlargement procedures using injectable fillers carry significant medical risks. Medical staff in Thailand attempted resuscitation for over 100 minutes before Ubiribo was pronounced dead.

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Reports now confirm Ubiribo's burial in London in a gold coffin.

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  1. Igho Ubiribo Buried in London Following Fatal Thailand Filler Procedure

    British-Nigerian influencer and businessman Igho Ubiribo, known as Tiny, was buried in London in a gold coffin valued at over $600,000. A London inquest previously confirmed Ubiribo died in Bangkok after penile filler injections caused a fatal pulmonary embolism. He received 40ml of hyaluronic acid and lidocaine in March. Following the death, physician Mobola Savage warned that non-surgical enlargement procedures using injectable fillers carry significant medical risks. Medical staff in Thailand attempted resuscitation for over 100 minutes before Ubiribo was pronounced dead.

    Why it matters

    The case highlights the dangers of medical tourism for cosmetic enhancements. It has prompted medical professionals to issue warnings about the safety of non-surgical penile fillers.

    What is confirmed

    • Igho Ubiribo was a British-Nigerian businessman and social media influencer.
    • A London coroner linked Ubiribo's death to complications from a penile-filler procedure in Thailand.
    • Ubiribo died from a pulmonary embolism caused by filler injections.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Ubiribo was buried in a gold coffin worth more than $600,000.
    • Doctor Mobola Savage warned that non-surgical penis enlargement procedures involving injectable fillers are not risk-free.

    What to watch next

    • Further medical warnings regarding penile filler safety standards
    • Legal actions against the Bangkok clinic
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    1. punchng.com — Penis enlargement fillers aren’t risk-free, doctor warns after Nigerian-British man’s death
    2. www.tvcnews.tv — 5 Things To Know About Popular Influencer Who Died After Failed Penis Enlargement Procedure
    3. 3news.com — Nigerian-British influencer Igho Ubiribo dies after penis enlargement surgery in Thailand
    4. newtelegraphng.com — Nigerian-British Businessman Buried In $600,000 Gold Coffin After Penis Surgery Death
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  2. Coroner rules Igho Ubiribo died from pulmonary embolism after Thailand procedure

    A London coroner determined that British-Nigerian influencer Igho Ubiribo died from a pulmonary embolism caused by a cosmetic penis enlargement procedure in Bangkok. Ubiribo, 43, received 40ml of lidocaine and hyaluronic acid injections at a clinic in the Thai capital during March. Medical staff spent over 100 minutes attempting to resuscitate him before he was pronounced dead. The case has sparked renewed safety discussions regarding the medical risks of penile filler treatments.

    Why it matters

    Ubiribo, known online as Ego, had 185,000 followers and gained notoriety for distributing money on social media. He was on a luxury holiday with his wife, Danielle Simba Allen, when the procedure occurred.

    What is confirmed

    • A London coroner found that Igho Ubiribo died from a pulmonary embolism caused by a penis enlargement procedure in Thailand.
    • Ubiribo was 43 years old.
    • The procedure took place in Bangkok.
    • Ubiribo was a British-Nigerian influencer.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Ubiribo was injected with 40ml of hyaluronic acid and lidocaine.
    • Medical staff attempted to resuscitate Ubiribo for more than 100 minutes.
    • Ubiribo was buried in a $745K gold coffin.

    What to watch next

    • Potential legal action against the Bangkok clinic
    • Further safety guidelines issued for cosmetic penile fillers
    Sources used for this update (6)
    1. www.lbc.co.uk — British-Nigerian influencer dies from complications after undergoing penis enlargement procedure in Thailand
    2. ca.news.yahoo.com — Influencer dies after undergoing penis enlargement surgery
    3. www.ibtimes.co.uk — Influencer Igho 'Tiny' Ubiriro Buried in $745K Gold Coffin After Penis Enlargement Surgery Goes Wrong
    4. eurweb.com — Igho ‘Tiny’ Ubiribo’s Penis Enlargement Procedure Led to His Death, Coroner Finds | VIDEO
    5. news.pindula.co.zw — British-Nigerian man dies after penis enlargement procedure in Thailand
    6. metro.co.uk — Man, 39, found dead with fatal head injuries in a flat in south London
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  3. Influencer Igho Ubiribo Dies at 43 After Penis Enlargement

    British-Nigerian influencer and businessman Igho Ubiribo died at the age of 43 following a $9,000 cosmetic penis enlargement procedure in Bangkok, Thailand. A UK coroner ruled that Ubiribo died from a pulmonary embolism caused by the filler injection he received while on a luxury holiday with his wife, Danielle Simba Allen. Ubiribo, who had 185,000 followers and was known for distributing money on social media, was later buried in a gold coffin. His death highlights the severe medical risks and complications associated with cosmetic penile enlargement treatments.

    Why it matters

    Cosmetic procedures performed abroad have drawn renewed scrutiny following fatal surgical outcomes among social media personalities. The incident puts a spotlight on the safety regulations and medical risks surrounding elective penile filler procedures. Public records indicate the deceased businessman was well known across online platforms under multiple monikers.

    What is confirmed

    • Igho "Tiny" Ubiribo died at the age of 43 following a penis enlargement procedure in Thailand.
    • A UK coroner ruled that Ubiribo died from a pulmonary embolism.
    • The procedure cost $9,000 and took place during a trip to Bangkok.
    • Ubiribo was a British-Nigerian businessman and social media influencer with 185,000 followers.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Ubiribo was buried in a $745,000 gold coffin.

    What to watch next

    • Further official findings from Thai health authorities regarding the Bangkok clinic where the procedure was performed
    • Statements from medical boards regarding safety regulations for overseas cosmetic tourism
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    1. TMZ — Influencer Dies After Penis Enlargement Procedure in Thailand
    2. E! News — Influencer Igho "Tiny" Ubiribo Dies at 43 After Penis Enlargement Surgery
    3. Yahoo — Influencer Dead After $9,000 Penis Enlargement on Luxury Bangkok Trip
    4. Wide Open Country — Popular Influencer Dies After Undergoing Penis-Enlargement Surgery
    5. AOL.com — BREAKING: Influencer, 43, dies after penis enlargement surgery goes wrong
    6. hindustantimes.com — Igho Ubiribo dies at 43: Cause of death, net worth, wife Danielle Simba Allen and more
    7. metro.co.uk — Influencer, 43, dies after penis enlargement surgery in Thailand goes wrong
    8. Vanguard News — Nigerian-British businessman dies after penis enlargement procedure in Thailand
    9. New York Post — UK influencer’s penis enlargement injection proves deadly: report
    10. Complex — British-Nigerian Influencer Igho 'Tiny' Ubiribo Died From Penis Filler Procedure, Coroner Rules
    11. www.usmagazine.com — Influencer Igho ‘Tiny’ Ubiribo Dead at 43 After Undergoing Penis Enlargement Surgery in Thailand
    12. nypost.com — Influencer dies after receiving penis enlargement injection in Thailand: report
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