Nollywood is in mourning following the death of veteran actress Nkechi Nweje, who passed away on March 21, 2025, after a brief illness.
Nweje’s death was confirmed by film producer Stanley Ontop, who described her as his best friend and expressed his shock and sadness over the news. He noted that their last conversation occurred during his recent social media dispute with Queeneth Hilbert, during which Nweje had advised him to stop.
Colleagues and fans have taken to social media to express their grief. Actress Destiny Etiko reacted with disbelief, commenting, “How is this possible? Please be sure.” Similarly, Chizzy Alichi expressed her shock, writing, “Mbanu, how??????”
Nweje was known for her roles alongside notable actors, including the late Junior Pope Odonwodo. Her passing is a significant loss to the Nigerian film industry, and she will be deeply missed by colleagues and fans alike.
As of now, specific details regarding the cause of her death have not been disclosed. The Nollywood community continues to mourn her loss and celebrate her contributions to the industry.
