By The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, is reeling from yet another devastating loss as actor Chikezie Uwazie tragically passed away after undergoing a second brain surgery in the United States. The news was shared by his grieving colleague, Obey Etok, who took to Instagram to express her shock and sorrow.
“I can’t imagine I’m posting this. Chikezie Uwazie goneeeee. After a 2nd brain surgery. Gini na emezi,” wrote Etok, her words reflecting the profound disbelief at the loss. “I’m so shocked to get this news this evening. Just got this from our IMSU alumni platform.”
Etok further reminisced about her last conversation with Uwazie, revealing her hopes for his success abroad. “I thought you told me you were going to the states for greener pastures. You promised to come back some years back but I didn’t see you,” she expressed, highlighting the unfulfilled expectations surrounding his untimely demise.
“I can’t believe you are gone, but God knows best. Rest on Chyko,” Etok concluded, her words carrying a mixture of disbelief, acceptance, and a farewell to her departed friend and colleague.
This tragic incident compounds the grief already enveloping Nollywood, as the industry recently mourned the loss of Saint Obi and Murphy Afolabi. The Nigerian film fraternity is grappling with a string of devastating losses, leaving the community in a state of deep sorrow.
