Veteran Nollywood actor Diewait Ikpechukwu died on Thursday at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness.
The former footballer, who had a long career in Nigerian cinema, was confirmed dead by a family source. Details about the circumstances of his passing remain unclear.
Ikpechukwu was known for his contributions to the Nigerian film industry, often referred to as Nollywood, which is one of the largest film industries in Africa.
His death marks another loss for the Nigerian movie community, where he had earned respect as a seasoned actor.
No further information has been released at this time.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
