A wave of grief has swept through the Nollywood community following the sudden deaths of rising actor Evans and Director of Photography Nnunu in Owerri, Imo State. The tragic incident occurred shortly after a filming session when the crew gathered to celebrate their work.
According to reports, the producer provided food and drinks to mark the successful shoot. However, shortly after consuming the beverages, Evans, Nnunu, and several other crew members reportedly began experiencing severe symptoms, including vomiting and excruciating pain.
Despite immediate attempts to administer first aid, their conditions deteriorated rapidly, leading to an emergency rush to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Owerri. Sadly, Evans and Nnunu were pronounced dead on arrival. Two other crew members who also consumed the drinks remain hospitalised and under close medical observation.
The Imo State Police Command has launched a full investigation into the incident. An autopsy will be conducted to determine the exact cause of death, as authorities work to uncover what led to the fatal outcome.
As the industry reels from the devastating news, tributes and condolences have poured in from fans, colleagues, and fellow filmmakers, all mourning the loss of two talented individuals whose careers were only just beginning to blossom.
Nollywood is united in grief, with many calling for greater safety measures and accountability on set to prevent such tragedies in the future.
