Veteran Nollywood Actor Diewait Ikpechukwu Dies at 71

The Nigerian movie trade has been thrown into mourning following the dying of veteran Nollywood actor Diewait Ikpechukwu, who handed away on the age of 71.

According to a household supply, the actor died on Thursday after a protracted sickness. Further particulars surrounding the circumstances of his dying weren’t instantly out there on the time of reporting.

Ikpechukwu, who was additionally identified for his background as a former footballer earlier than venturing into performing, was a revered determine within the Nigerian leisure trade.

His passing marks one other important loss for Nollywood, the place he earned recognition for his contributions to the expansion and growth of the movie trade over time.

Family members and associates are but to launch extra info concerning funeral preparations.

Tributes are anticipated to pour in from colleagues, followers and stakeholders throughout the leisure sector because the trade displays on his legacy and contributions to Nigerian cinema.

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