Our reporter
The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning after popular skit maker and actor Odira Nwobu was found dead in a hotel room in South Africa, barely days after travelling for what colleagues described as a mix of work and leisure.
According to reports, Nwobu had travelled out of Nigeria with Untouchable Comedy and other entertainers and was last seen alive after the group returned to their hotel from a night out. He reportedly retired to his room to rest but failed to respond to calls the following morning.
Colleagues were said to have raised the alarm after knocking repeatedly on his door without response, prompting hotel staff to break in, only to find him unresponsive.
As of the time of filing this report, no official cause of death has been released, and investigations are understood to be ongoing. South African authorities are yet to issue a formal statement, while the Nigerian High Commission has not confirmed details of the incident.
Friends and associates described the death as sudden and deeply shocking, particularly as the actor was reportedly in high spirits before retiring to his room.
The news has sparked an outpouring of grief across social media, with fellow comedians, actors and fans expressing disbelief and heartbreak over the loss of a rising comic talent known for his energetic performances and relatable skits.
Several entertainers described him as humble, creative and passionate abouthis craft, saying his death has left a painful void in the comedy community.
As tributes continue to pour in, there have been mounting calls for transparency and a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death, given the absence of clear medical or forensic details so far.
For now, the Nigerian entertainment industry mourns a bright light gone too soon, and waits anxiously for answers behind a loss that has stunned a nation.
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