Breaking: Nollywood Actor, Njemanze is dead

Veteran Nollywood Actor, Tom Njemanze has joined his ancestors.

Actor Njemanze died at the age of 75.

The tragic passing of this famous Actor has thrown the film industry into melancholy.
He was known for his roles in classic Nollywood films such as Died Wretched, Issakaba, Osuofia in London, and Stronghold, died on Friday, July 18, after a prolonged battle with prostate cancer.

News of his death was confirmed on Saturday, July 19, by movie producer Stanley Ajemba Chibueze, popularly known as Stanley Ontop. Taking to social media, Stanley shared the heartbreaking update alongside a photo of the late actor during his final days.

“Good afternoon everyone it’s another sad period as we just received news from Tom Njemanze family that he has succomed to his ailment and passed on yesterday. May his soul RIP. It’s well. We tried to save him, but God knows the best. Nollywood lose another legend,” Stanley wrote.

In recent months, Tom Njemanze had made headlines after making a public appeal for help amid his battle with cancer. Videos shared online showed the ailing actor in a hospital bed, frail and surrounded by medical equipment, including an oxygen cylinder and IV drips—images that deeply moved fans and colleagues across the country.

Meanwhile, it was gathered that he died on Friday following a battle with prostate cancer.

Tom Njemanze, who gained fame in the 1990s, is renowned for his powerful performances in iconic films such as Tokunboh, Pounds and Dollars, Atosa, Issakaba, Osuofia in London, Brain Box, and Igbotic Love.

A respected figure in the Nigerian movie scene, Njemanze built a reputation through powerful performances and a deep dedication to his craft. His filmography includes iconic titles such as Magic Cap, Twin Brothers, Last Kobo, My School Mother, and Full Moon, among others.

It was gathered that he died on Friday following a battle with prostate cancer.

Tom Njemanze, who gained fame in the 1990s, is renowned for his powerful performances in iconic films such as Tokunboh, Pounds and Dollars, Atosa, Issakaba, Osuofia in London, Brain Box, and Igbotic Love.

Known for his expressive delivery and commanding screen presence, he remains a cherished figure in Nigerian cinematic history.

Colleagues, friends, family, and fans have continued to pay tribute to the veteran actor, offering prayers for the peaceful repose of his soul and asking God to give his family the strength to bear the loss.