Nollywood actress Nkechi Nweje has passed away following a brief illness.
Her death was announced on Saturday by movie producer Stanley Ajemba, also known as Stanley Ontop, via Instagram.
Ajemba paid tribute to the actress, calling her a dynamic actress and his best friend.
He remembered their last chat being during the Queen’s saga, when she advised him to cease.
He wrote, “Nollywood in tears as we lost one of our vibrant Nollywood actresses, @nkechi.nweje, after a brief illness.
“Couldn’t post since morning because it was like a dream to me. Ezigbo Nwanyi Onitsha.
“Rest in peace, ma’am. My best friend, she always called me on the phone, advising me. The last time we spoke was during the Queenth saga. She said, ‘Ontop, stop.’ I’m still speechless.”
Rita Edochie, another renowned Nollywood actress, posted a candlelight photo with a dark background on Instagram on Friday, captioning it, “This world is really not our home.”
Asa Ikuku, an actor, also used Instagram to announce the actress’s death.
“Rest in peace mummy Nkwechi Nweje TV (Nwanyi Onisha) You are indeed a bllessing to us. But God knows the best. We will miss u so much great nollywood actress. rest on legend,” Ikuku wrote.
Nweje is survived by her six children and spouse, Dr Azuibuike Nweje.
She was well-known in Nollywood for her captivating performances, particularly in motherly roles, and left a lasting impression on the industry.
