Nollywood mourns another actor who died after brain surgery

The death of another actor, Chikezie Uwazie, has plunged Nollywood into mourning. After a second brain surgery in the United States, he reportedly passed away.

According to his colleague Obey Etok, who made the announcement on her Instagram page on Sunday night, Chikezie Uwazie left Nigeria for the United States several years ago in search of greener pastures. He promised to return, and now we learn of this.

"I cannot believe I am posting this," she wrote. Chikezie Uwazie goneeeee. After a second brain surgery. Gini na emezi. This evening's news has left me completely stunned. Just obtained from our IMSU alumni platform.

"I believed you when you said you were leaving for greener prospects in the United States. Several years ago, you pledged to return, but I never saw you.

"I cannot believe you are gone, but God knows what is best. Rest on Chyko."

In addition to Saint Obi and Murphy Afolabi, Nollywood is also mourning the passing of these figures.