Nigeria’s Nollywood has been met with sad news again as veteran comic actor Amaechi Muonagor has passed on.
Amaechi,
known for his famous comic roles, passed away after a protracted battle with
kidney disease, diabetes, and stroke. Amaechi passed away at age 62.
The tragic news of Muonagor’s death was reported on the
evening of Sunday, March 24, 2024.
Amaechi Muonagor’s death comes barely a week after he appealed for financial assistance for a kidney transplant in India in a viral video on social media.
Nollywood actor Amaechi Muonagor appeals for funds to undergo kidney transplant in India
In a
viral video on social media, the renowned actor was seen lying on a bed while
his colleague actor Kingsley Orji was with him, and he made a heartfelt plea on
his behalf.
Orji
revealed that Muonagor recently left the teaching hospital on his own account
due to financial difficulties, even though he still needed medical care.
The illness has significantly
impacted his speech, prompting the urgent need for a kidney transplant surgery.
“It has been a challenging
journey. Amaechi has been battling this condition for months now, and the
situation has worsened. He urgently needs to undergo a kidney transplant in
India.
“Although
he recently left the ICU at Nnewi Teaching Hospital due to financial
limitations, his condition remains critical. His speech is impaired, and he
requires immediate assistance,” Orji expressed looking worried.
The actor
joins a list of other Nollywood veterans who have passed away. The most notable
was the death of John “Mr Ibu” Okafor on March 2, who lost his leg due to a
prolonged illness.
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