The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, is in mourning following the sudden passing of actress Pat Ugwu. The heartbreaking news was announced by filmmaker Emeka Okoye on his Instagram account.
Emeka Okoye expressed his grief and shock over Pat Ugwu’s death, choosing not to disclose the circumstances surrounding her passing. He prayed for God’s protection over Nollywood actors, describing the recent losses in the industry as frightening.
Emeka Okoye wrote, “Rest in peace sis. Pat ugwu. @ patpat_ugwu so we no get to work again? Death whyooo ? God please 😭😭😭. Rest in peace PAT. May your soul rest in the bosom of the Lord”.
“God please protect all my colleagues especially those am close to. This unusual D£@th is frightening . I proclaim life to everyone close to me this 2025 in the precious blood of Jesus. Amen”.
The Nollywood community has been thrown into mourning, and fans are paying tribute to the late actress on social media. Pat Ugwu was just 35 years old.