- The Nigerian film industry has once again been plunged into mourning as another vibrant and talented Nollywood practitioner, Chijioke Ike, has tragically succumbed to the icy grip of death.
- The news hit like a hammer blow, catching even his closest colleagues unprepared. Destiny Etiko, Chizzy Alichi, and others who shared the screen with him have been left stunned, their grief spilling into raw emotions.
Chijioke Ike, a celebrated actor and producer revered in Nigeria’s eastern entertainment circuit, has been tragically announced dead, sending shockwaves through the film industry and beyond.
His untimely passing, announced by producer Stanley Ontop in a somber Instagram post, has left colleagues, fans, and loved ones grappling with grief and heartbreak.
According to Stanley Ontop, Chijioke’s death occurred during a family meeting in his hometown, where he suddenly slumped and never recovered.
His post reads, “Black Day for Nollywood eastern part as we lost a vibrant Nollywood producer and market @globalgoldenmovies 💔😭💔😭💔💔💔💔💔😭.This one pain me ooo😭💔😭😭”.
“Omo waten the sup 💔😭.Aording to reliable source he slumped in a family meeting in his home town and kpai. May his soul rest in peace Shalom!!!“.
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The producer’s heartfelt tribute struck a chord with countless followers, many of whom flooded the comment section with condolences and prayers for the late actor’s family.
The news hit hard, catching Nollywood heavyweights like Adaeze Eluke, Chizzy Alichi, and Destiny Etiko completely off guard, left them expressing their shock.
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This tragedy follows distantly on the heels of the heartbreaking loss of another of another Nollywood legend, Moses Are Korede, fondly known to his devoted fans as Baba Gbenro.
The iconic producer and actor passed away at the age of 65 after a prolonged and relentless battle with liver disease, a struggle that ultimately claimed the life of one of the industry’s most cherished figures.
The devastating announcement was made by his colleague, Oluwaseun Adejumobi, who broke the news in an emotional Instagram post that left fans and fellow actors reeling.