Veteran actor Amaechi Muonagor is dead

Popular Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor is dead. The news of his demise was reported by popular social media influencer and chairman of Delta State Sports Association, Morris Monye.

In a post on his X handle on Sunday, March 24, he said he is deeply heartbroken by the demise of the actor.

“Deeply heartbroken by the news of Amaechi Muonagor’s passing. He was a talented Nollywood actor whose presence on our screens was truly masterful.

“We watched with concern as he battled health issues, offering whatever support we could to help him seek treatment in India.

“This tragic loss highlights the need for better healthcare in our country,” he wrote.

Muonagor's demise is yet to be confirmed by Actor Guild of Nigeria (AGN).

Recall the veteran act sort financial assistance in a distressing video that went viral last week. The 61-year-old was reportedly suffering for a kidney ailment and needed urgent transplant.

During his career, Muonagor has appeared in dozens of films, including Aki and Paw Paw, one of his most famous roles, where he played the father of two mischief-making, exuberant teenagers.

Muonagor’s death followed that of Mr Ibu (John Okafor), who died on March 2, 2024.