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Nollywood grieves as popular actress Nkechi Nweje dies
The Nigerian film industry is grieving over the passing of veteran actress Nkechi Nweje. The news of her demise has left her colleagues and fans in shock.
Actress Rita Edochie took to Instagram to express her sorrow, sharing an image of a candlelight against a dark background with the caption, “This world is really not our home.”
Actor Stanley Ontop also paid tribute, posting photos of Nweje while expressing his disbelief.
“Nollywood in tears as we lost one of our vibrant Nollywood actress @nkechi.nweje After a brief illness. Couldn’t post since morning because it was like a dream to me.
“Ezigbo Nwanyi Onitsha Rest in peace ma’am, my best friend, she always call me on phone advising me. The last time we spoke was during Queenth saga, she said Ontop stop. Am still speechless,“he wrote.
Other Nollywood stars, including Destiny Etiko and Anita Joseph, have also expressed their grief over her passing.
Nweje was widely respected for her exceptional performances, particularly in motherly roles. Her contributions to the industry have left an enduring legacy.
