The Nigerian content creation community has been thrown into mourning following the sudden passing of popular TikTok creator Monique Pearls, whose real name was Monica Okafor Owuunaka. She reportedly died at the age of 30.
Monique, who hailed from Cross River State and lived in Abuja, gained widespread recognition on TikTok for her emotional and relatable videos focused on motherhood, family life, and caregiving.
A major part of her content featured a young girl identified as Precious, a child brought from the village by her family. The bond between Monique and Precious became a touching and consistent theme in her storytelling, earning admiration from many followers across social media.
Known for her authenticity and heartfelt approach to content creation, Monique built a loyal fan base by portraying real-life family experiences that resonated deeply with many Nigerians.
Her family confirmed her passing in May 2026. She is survived by her husband and young son, Lael.
As of the time of filing this report, no official details surrounding the cause of her death have been disclosed.
Fans, friends, and fellow creators have since taken to social media to express shock and pay tribute to the late TikTok star, describing her as a kind-hearted woman whose content inspired and comforted many.
