Reality TV star and Nollywood actor, Pere Egbi, is mourning the loss of a close friend who died by suicide, a tragedy he says was driven by relentless online bullying.
In an emotional post on đ (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Pere shared the heartbreaking news without revealing the identity of the deceased or further details surrounding the incident.
âI lost a friend today due to online bullying. Committed suicide. Smh. RIP champ. It is well,â he wrote.
The actorâs statement has sparked fresh conversations around the growing impact of cyberbullying and the mental health struggles many individuals face behind the scenes.
Pere, who rose to fame after participating in Big Brother Naija and has since transitioned into Nollywood, used the moment to highlight the often overlooked consequences of toxic online behaviour, urging reflection and empathy in digital interactions.
The post has drawn an outpouring of support from fans and colleagues, with many joining him in calling for more awareness about mental health and the need for responsible use of social media.
