Saint Obi, a former Nollywood actor, has away after a protracted illness, according to Propolitics. The actor apparently died on May 7, 2023, after spending several months in the hospital being treated for an unidentified illness.
As of right now, no official announcement has been made, and it appears that Mrs. Felicia Jofu, Saint Obi’s sister, is purposely withholding information regarding his demise. It’s unclear how things are with his ex-wife Lydia in terms of communication.
Before his passing on Sunday, a local resident who wishes to remain anonymous had seen Saint Obi, who they knew from his performing profession, many times. His body was brought to JUTH’s mortuary the next day. The actor was regularly observed being rushed to the hospital and had lately relocated to his sister’s house in Jos, the Plateau State capital.
Saint Obi’s frequent appearances in the hospital were also verified by a JUTH source. Saint Obi, also known as Obinna Nwafor, was a well-known actor from Imo State. The reasons for keeping the public from learning of his passing are still unclear, but Propolitics has received confirmation from several sources that the adored actor has actually gone away.
As word of the passing of famed Nollywood actor, producer, and director Saint Obi spreads, the Nigerian film industry is in grief. The gifted actor from Imo State, born Obinna Nwafor, left a lasting impact in the world of Nigerian cinema.
In the 1990s and the beginning of the 2000s, Saint Obi became well-known for his strong performances in more than 200 movies. Some of his most recognizable parts are from “Candle Light,” “Goodbye Tomorrow,” “Heart of Gold,” “Executive Crime,” and “State of Emergency.” His standing as one of Nollywood’s top performers at the time was cemented by his charm, acting talent, and commitment to his trade.
Saint Obi’s work as a producer and director of films, in addition to his acting career, significantly influenced the Nollywood scene. Although he stopped performing in recent years, his influence on the Nigerian film industry is still felt today.
