5 movie stars who have passed away already in 2024

Death is a phenomenon that is difficult to understand and even harder to accept. Despite this, it is a reality that we must all eventually face.

Sadly, over the past four months of 2024, we have lost some unforgettable icons. The Nigerian entertainment industry has suffered a great loss in the past three months with the passing of some of its most beloved treasures.

These celebrities brought joy to our hearts and light to our screens, and their departure has been difficult to bear. Now, we must say our final goodbyes to these cherished individuals.

Here are 5 Nigerian celebrities who died in the first quarter of 2024:

Actress and media personality Ethel Aderemi-Ekpe was fondly known for her role as Segi in the show Basi and Company, a sitcom that ran on NTA. She sadly died on February 7, 2024, after battling cancer. Her passing was announced by Shaibu Husseini, the executive director of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB).

Sisi Quadri rose to fame for his electric personality in films and was popularly known for his roles in the 2004 film, Seniyan Seranko and Ebudola in 2020 amongst others. He also recently starred in the new Netflix original, Aníkúlápó: Rise of the Spectre. He sadly passed away on March 1, 2024, at the age of 44 after battling an undisclosed illness.

Beloved comic actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, sadly died at age 62 on March 2, 2024, after suffering from a cardiac arrest. The actor passed away while at the Evercare Hospital in Lagos. Before his death, Mr Ibu underwent two amputations on one of his legs after suffering from an illness that required seven surgeries in total to save his life.

Nollywood producer Andy Best was said to have battled a prolonged ailment and was confirmed dead at a private clinic in Owerri, the Imo State capital, on March 19, 2024. The news was confirmed by the convener of the Best of Nollywood Awards (BON), Seun Oloketuyi, on March 19, 2024.

Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor, was born on August 20, 1962, and died on March 24, 2024, at age 61 after battling a kidney disease. He also suffered from diabetes for over 10 years, kidney failure, and a stroke which led to partial paralysis.