By Peace Udugba.
The Nollywood community is mourning the loss of one of its veteran actors, Fabian Adibe, who has passed away at the age of 85. Adibe, known for his role in the film adaptation of “Things Fall Apart,” died on Wednesday at 2:30 am.
The news of his demise was announced by celebrity journalist Seun Oloketuyi via his Instagram page. Oloketuyi revealed that Adibe belonged to the older generation of Nollywood actors who helped lay a solid foundation for the movie industry. In the 1970s, Adibe was among the great Igbo young men who formed Odunke Artists.
Adibe’s contribution to the growth and development of Nollywood cannot be overemphasized. His role in “Things Fall Apart” remains a testament to his talent and dedication to the craft.
Another Nollywood Actor’s Struggle Before Demise:
In related news, it has been revealed that late veteran Nollywood actor, Kehinde Olusegun Akinremi, popularly known as Chief Kanran, struggled with appendicitis before his demise. United States-based lawyer and astronaut, Owolabi Salis, shared the details of the actor’s last days in a statement on Tuesday.
According to Salis, Chief Kanran reached out to him in July seeking financial support for an urgent surgery. Salis immediately transferred the requested amount to the actor, who expressed gratitude for the support through subsequent voice notes on July 28 and August 1.
Salis revealed that Chief Kanran had been in unbearable pain due to appendicitis and needed N700,000 for an operation. Although Salis provided half of the amount needed, he was shocked to receive the news of the actor’s death barely three days later. The news was devastating for Salis, who had hoped to save the actor’s life with his timely intervention.
