It is with great sadness that the news of the passing of Cynthia Okereke, a veteran Nollywood actress, has been confirmed.
The confirmation came from her colleague, Joseph Okechukwu, who shared the heartbreaking news on his verified Twitter profile on Wednesday.
In his emotional post, Okechukwu expressed his deep sorrow and disbelief over the loss, writing, “REST IN PEACE, Nwanyi oma” (meaning “Good woman” in Igbo language).
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He expressed his profound devastation, mentioning that he was in the process of arranging her plane ticket to continue their collaborative work, only to discover the heartbreaking news of her demise the previous night. Coping with this tragic loss has become one of the most challenging experiences he has had to face in recent times, leaving him at a loss for words.
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“I hope I can recover from this shock.” Life is but a mist. You have it one minute and then don’t the next. You’ve been an incredible, decent, and lovely person for the past 20 years that I’ve known you.
I never expected you to go so abruptly. I’m at a loss for words. Cynthia Okereke, go to bed. May your sweet soul rest in peace until we meet again in glory.”
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Cynthia Okereke was kidnapped in Enugu with fellow actor Clemson Cornel, but they were later released unharmed by their kidnappers days after they were reported missing.
Cynthia Okereke cause of death.
It has been reported that the Nollywood actress, Cynthia Okereke, passed away after a brief illness. The specific details regarding the nature of her illness have not been disclosed at this time. Her death has left the industry and her fans saddened, as they mourn the loss of a talented actress
