The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of Nollywood actor Chijioke “Cjay” Nwokafor.
News of the actor’s death was announced by his colleague, actress Nkechi Blessing, who shared emotional videos and memories of the late actor on social media.
What made the loss even more difficult for Blessing was how unexpected it was. She said she spoke with Cjay at about 8 a.m. on Wednesday, only to learn of his death a few hours later.
“Cjay Nwoke Oma, so this is really the end?” she wrote in an emotional tribute, recalling that they still had plans together.
Movie Release Cancelled in His Honour
Cjay was part of the cast of Nkechi Blessing’s movie Egusi Ogbono, which was scheduled for release at 5 p.m. on Wednesday.
Following confirmation of his death from a hospital, Blessing cancelled the movie’s release as a mark of respect for her late colleague.
Other members of the entertainment industry have also reacted to the news, expressing shock and mourning the actor.
Actor Charles Born, for instance, said he had planned to visit Cjay at the clinic before learning that he had died.
A Career Cut Short
Cjay Nwokafor, also known as Cjay Nwoks, was from Awka, Anambra State, and was based in Lagos.
He began building his career in Nollywood around 2021 and featured in productions including Larry Cold and Mum Overnight.
The circumstances surrounding his death have not been publicly disclosed, and no official cause of death has been announced.
His sudden passing has left colleagues, friends and fans reflecting on a career that was still developing.
For those who knew him personally and professionally, the loss is not just that of an actor, but of a colleague and friend whose future plans were suddenly cut short.
May his soul rest in peace.
OnPointGist extends its condolences to Cjay Nwokafor’s family, friends, colleagues and everyone mourning his passing.
