Nollywood actress, Nkechi Nweje has reportedly passed away at the age of sixty after a brief illness.
Nkechi Nweje’s death was confirmed on Saturday by movie producer, Stanley Ajemba, also known as Stanley Ontop.
Ajemba shared the news on Instagram saying, “Nollywood in tears as we lost one of our vibrant Nollywood actresses, @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 called me on the phone, advising me. The last time we spoke was during the Queenth saga. She said, ‘Ontop, stop.’ I’m still speechless.”
Nweje was widely known for her compelling performances, particularly in motherly roles, and made a lasting impact on the Nollywood industry.
Some of her notable works include My Brother’s Wife (2019), Ritual of Vengeance (2021), and Sorrows of Nene (2014). Her most recent public engagement was the release of The Debt, which premiered on YouTube.
She was married to Dr Azuibuike Nweje and is survived by six children
Tributes poured in, from her colleagues, including actress Rita Edochie, who shared a candlelight image on Instagram with the caption, “This world is really not our home.”
Other Nollywood stars, such as Destiny Etiko and Anita Joseph, also expressed their condolences.
