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Veteran Nollywood actor, Chiwetalu Agu , has publicly debunked rumours of his death, after widespread reports on social media falsely claimed that he had passed away.
The 67-year-old actor, known for his comic roles in movies, took to Instagram on Friday to address the speculation, reassuring his fans and family members that he remains alive and in good health.
Agu addresses Nigerians in viral video
In a video that quickly made the rounds online, Agu introduced himself with his traditional title while rubbishing the rumours about his death.
“Chief Chiwetalu Agu, okenmiri n’ezoru Oha 1 of Etiti Amokwe, Enugu State is not going to die anytime soon. Instead, I will be the one to bury my enemies. Na who dig pit go fall inside. Na who dig grave go fall inside. I am yet to carry my grandchildren, and I must do so in good health when my children are ready,” he declared.
He further urged his supporters to disregard any malicious claims, insisting that such posts were created for cheap attention. Agu added that if the fake report had come from a well-known blog, he would have sued for defamation and damages.
Previous celebrity death hoaxes
The clarification followed a false report by an online blogger that the Nollywood veteran had died, sparking confusion across social media. Many fans rushed to confirm the authenticity of the post before Agu personally stepped in to set the record straight.
This is not the first time Nigerian entertainers have been victims of such hoaxes. Several Nollywood stars have previously been falsely declared dead online, with the stories later debunked. Agu himself has been targeted multiple times in the past, a trend he described as disturbing and evidence of gullibility among some Nigerians in 2025.
Reactions as Agu clears the air…
UniqueBilly1 said, “He is very much alive please.”
keenn.eth wrote, “Thank God he’s Alive.”
cryptoboi asked, “Why will someone make such post or video? Just for views.”
JoyVee added, “He should sue the blogger.”
melissa commented, “People just spread fake news anyhow. God bless him with long life.”
Watch the video below…
Nigeria’s veteran Nollywood actor, Chiwetalu Agu, has publicly debunked circulating rumours of his death. pic.twitter.com/qZAgJzU9Zr
— Naija (@Naija_PR) September 12, 2025
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