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  • Chiwetalu Agu mourns late legendary actor, Tom Njemanze

    Chiwetalu Agu mourns late legendary actor, Tom Njemanze

    Chiwetalu Agu, the veteran Nollywood actor, has taken to social media to mourn his colleague Tom Njemanze, who died after battling prostate cancer.

    TheNewsGuru reports that the  69-year-old took via his verified Instagram page shared a video of himself paying tribute to the late movie star.

    He captioned the video: “Rest in peace Tom Njemanze. I am deeply heartbroken by the passing of my friend and colleague in the industry. Tom Njemanze you were more than just a colleague, you were a source of inspiration to so many.

    “Nollywood has lost a rare gem, but your legacy will continue to live on in the stories you told, through the roles you brought to life and the memories we shared. May your soul find eternal rest and may God grant your families and loved ones the fortitude to bear their loss. Sleep well Tom, God loves you more.”

    Recall that Tom Njemanze,  died on Friday, July 18 in Owerri, Imo State. Popular filmmaker Stanley Ontop, had earlier appealed for financial support for the actor’s treatment.

    Until his death, Njemanze had been battling prostate cancer, a condition that led to calls from industry colleagues for help with his medical bills.

  • SAD! Popular Nollywood legend dies after battle with deadly cancer

    SAD! Popular Nollywood legend dies after battle with deadly cancer

    Tom Njemanze, the veteran Nollywood has died after battling prostate cancer.

    TheNewsGuru reports that the movie producer, Stanley Ontop who had earlier shared a video of the veteran on a hospital bed, appearing frail and hooked to IV fluids, announced the sad news on Saturday via his Instagram page.

    He wrote, “Good afternoon everyone, it’s another sad period as we just received news from Tom Njemanze family that he has succumbed to his ailment and passed on yesterday.
    May his soul RIP 

    It’s well.
    We tried to save him Buh God knows the best.
    Nollywood lose another legend  Ije uwa.”

    Recall that, veteran entertainer Charly Boy via his social media made a public appeal for financial support to assist with Njemanze’s medical treatment.

    “Our Nollywood icon Tom Njemanze, the legendary actor you watched in Issakaba and Osuofia in London, is in a hospital bed fighting for his life. Prostate complications are draining him, and he needs urgent surgery that costs millions,” he said in a July 9 Instagram post.

    “This isn’t just about Tom, it’s about the value we place on those who gave us joy, laughter, and unforgettable stories. I, Area Fada, and the CharlyBoy Foundation are calling on all well‑meaning Nigerians, fans, colleagues, and those who still believe in compassion, let’s rise for Tom. Let’s not wait for RIP hashtags. Let’s save him while we still can. Donate whatever you can. Nothing is too small.”

    Despite the appeals, the actor, according to reports, sadly succumbed to the illness on Friday.