A notable Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor, has died of kidney failure at the age of 62.
A social commentator, Morris Monye, revealed this today via his X handle, pointing out that Muonagor who has suffered kidney failure and was on dialysis, breathed his last breath today.
Muonagor’s death came a few days after Nigerians started donating to travel to India for a kidney transplant.
Monye wrote, “Deeply heartbroken by the news of Amaechi Muonagor’s passing. He was a talented Nollywood actor whose presence on our screens was truly masterful. We watched with concern as he battled health issues, offering whatever support we could to help him seek treatment in India. This tragic loss highlights the need for better healthcare in our country.”
Muonagor, a former staff of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), and a native of Idemili, in Anambra, was born on August 20, 1962. He was an actor and producer and in 2016, he was nominated for AMVCA 2017 Best Actor in a Comedy.
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