Izuchukwu Okosi
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The Nigeria movie industry, Nollywood, has been thrown into mourning barely 48 hours to this year’s Christmas with the social media announcement of the death of veteran actor Sam Obiago.
Obiago was a distinctive actor who interpreted his roles professionally and was particularly impressive playing the roles of either a local chief or a traditional ruler.
The news of Obiago’s demise was disclosed by some of his colleagues who took to social media to express their shock.
As at the time of this report, the cause of his death is not disclosed.
The late actor has starred in over 100 Nollywood movies.
Below are some of the movies Obiago had featured in.
Gifted, Tears Of A King, Woman Of Fire, Ghana Island, Royal Turning Point, Royal Appointment, Bargain, Combined Forces, Altar Of Love, Wishes, Ancient Love, Drunk Princess, The Missing Blood, Obed And Ruth, The Visitor, Osinachi, One Night Stand, Throne Of Fire, Ancient Key, Wicked Tradition, Tortured Heart, Royal Wreck, The King’s Decision, Blood Brothers, The Orbit, Strength Of Womanhood, Battle Of Kings, Royal Headache, Another Life, Game Of War, Jacob’s House, My Decision, Village Runs, Magic Dragon, The Love of Father and Daughter, A Poison to the Heart and Grievous Oath, among others.
May his soul rest in peace.
Izuchukwu Okosi is a Nigerian sports and entertainment journalist with two decades of experience in the media industry having begun his media journey in 2002 as an intern at Mundial Sports International (MSI) and Africa Independent Television (AIT), owners of Daar Communications Plc.
