Nollywood Actress Nkechi Nweje Passes Away After Brief Illness

Nollywood has been thrown into mourning following the tragic passing of veteran actress Nkechi Nweje. Reports confirm that the talented movie star died on Friday after battling a short illness.

Popular filmmaker and producer Stanley Ajemba, widely known as Stanley Ontop, announced the heartbreaking news on Saturday via his Instagram page.

Sharing a picture of the late actress, he expressed his grief, writing:

“Nollywood in deep sorrow as we lose one of our vibrant actresses, @nkechi.nweje, after a brief illness. It felt unreal, and I couldn’t bring myself to post earlier. Ezigbo Nwanyi Onitsha.

Rest in peace, ma’am. My best friend, who often called to offer me advice. Our last conversation was during the Queenth saga when she told me, ‘Ontop, stop.’ I’m still speechless.”

Nkechi Nweje, known for her exceptional performances in Nollywood movies, leaves behind a grieving family, including her husband and six children. Her legacy in the Nigerian film industry will always be remembered.

Nkechi Nweje’s Contributions to Nollywood

The late actress played significant roles in numerous Nollywood films, earning recognition for her versatility and strong on-screen presence. Her passing is a great loss to the industry and her colleagues, who have described her as a warm and talented individual.

Tributes Pour In for Nkechi Nweje

Following the announcement of her death, tributes have flooded social media, with fans and colleagues expressing their condolences and sharing fond memories of the late actress.