The Nigerian entertainment industry is mourning the death of Nollywood actor Chijioke “Cjay” Nwokafor.
Actress Nkechi Blessing broke the news on Instagram on Wednesday, sharing videos of herself with the late actor.
Although she did not reveal the cause of his death, Blessing announced the cancellation of her movie, Egusi Ogbono, which was scheduled for release at 5pm on Wednesday. Cjay featured in the movie.
According to the actress, she spoke with Cjay around 8am on Wednesday but received news of his death just a few hours later after a hospital confirmed the development.
In an emotional tribute, Blessing wrote, “Cjay Nwoke Oma, so this is really the end? Omo we had plans. I spoke to you at 8 a.m. today and a few hours later you are no more with us.
“Omo please return if possible because I refuse to type otherwise and this is too much for me to handle.”
As of press time, Cjay’s family and colleagues had not provided further details about his death or announced funeral arrangements.
The actor began his acting career in 2021 and appeared in several Nollywood productions, including Larry Cold, Mum Overnight and A Day to My Wedding.
Cjay was an indigene of Anambra State.