Veteran Nollywood star Diewait Ikpechukwu has actually passed away at the age of 71, giving an end a profession that covered more than twenty years in the Nigerian movie market.
The star supposedly passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026, with the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) verifying his handing down Friday, November 6.
AGN National President, Alhaji Abubakar Sanusi Yakubu, revealed the death in a homage, explaining Ikpechukwu as another legend whose memories would stay with the market.
Ikpechukwu was especially acknowledged for his representation of standard rulers and other reliable characters in Nollywood productions.
His efficiencies in movies such as Evil Mentogether with veteran star Pete Edochie, in addition to Python King The Guilty and Omeramade him acknowledgment amongst audiences.
Beyond his deal with screen, he played an active function in the Actors Guild of Nigeria, working as chairman of its Enugu State chapter, where he supported and mentored emerging stars.
His journey into home entertainment, nevertheless, was not restricted to acting. Before developing himself in Nollywood, Ikpechukwu was an accomplished footballer in the 1970s and supposedly made an invite to sign up with Nigeria’s nationwide group, then referred to as the Green Eagles.
He later on ventured into radio broadcasting, working as a sports analyst before pursuing a profession in movie.
Ikpechukwu is endured by his other half, Gloria, kids and grandchildren, who sign up with associates, buddies and fans in grieving his death.
His death marks another loss for Nollywood, especially amongst the generation of stars whose efficiencies assisted form the Nigerian movie market.
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