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Comedian and actor Bovi Ugboma has announced the passing of his father, Dr. Edward Sagini Ugboma.

Bovi shared the news on Thursday via social media, stating that his father passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025.

A statement from the Ugboma family reads: “We, the Ugboma family, wish to announce the peaceful passing of our father, grandfather, and uncle, Dr. Edward Sagini Ugboma (PhD), on this day, the 13th of February 2025.

“He is survived by his children—Judy, Edna, Bovi, Zino, Tano, Tome, and Jiji—many grandchildren, and loving relatives.

“We are grateful for all the calls and messages in this period of mourning and gratitude. Funeral rites will be announced soon.”

Renowned Nollywood actor Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, is celebrating his 70th birthday today, with fans and colleagues flooding social media with tributes.

Marking the milestone, Owoh shared a message on his Instagram page, expressing gratitude.

“Chi Efogo and it is my 70th birthday. What else can I say? To God be all the glory. Special thanks to you all for being part of this journey. I love you all,” he wrote.

Several Nollywood celebrities took to his comment section to extend their best wishes.

“Happy Birthday Sir. Keep inspiring generations. God bless you,” actor Ken Erics wrote.

Uche Elendu added, “Happy Birthday my John Bull… 70 looks amazing on you uncle.”

Frederick Leonard described him as an “Icon Living,” while Chidi Mokeme wished him “many more celebrations in good health and long life.”

Fans also celebrated the veteran actor on X (formerly Twitter), sharing iconic movie clips and songs from his career. Former presidential spokesperson Segun Adeniyi recalled how Owoh’s movies were a favorite during flights on the presidential jet under the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua.

Nkem Owoh aka osuofia, widely regarded as one of Nollywood’s greatest comic actors, is also a musician with several hit songs.

His illustrious career has earned him multiple accolades, including the 2008 Africa Movie Academy Award (AMAA) for Best Actor in a Leading Role for Stronger than Pain. In 2017, he received the AMAA Lifetime Achievement Award.

Born on February 7, 1955, in Udi, Enugu State, Owoh studied Engineering at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Veteran Nollywood actor Columbus Irisoanga, popularly known as “Igbudu,” has passed away.

The news of his death was announced by veteran actress and politician Hilda Dokubo in a post on Instagram.

Dokubo described Irisoanga’s passing as a significant loss to the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, and the Nollywood industry.

“Our uncle Coli @colu_mbusirisoanga has gone to be with the Lord. Ikoli eh dein na mu. There can’t be a shortage of angels in heaven that the few here are called home like this. This one is heavy on Uniport, Rivers State, and Nollywood,” she wrote.

Irisoanga’s death comes just days after the passing of Nollywood actress Pat Ugwu, who died at the age of 35.