The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran Nollywood actor Diewait Ikpechukwu, who reportedly passed away at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness.

Ikpechukwu reportedly died on Thursday, November 5, 2026, with news of his passing emerging on Friday, November 6.

The National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Alhaji Abubakar Sanusi Yakubu, also paid tribute to the late actor, describing him as another legend whose memory would remain with those who knew and appreciated his contributions