Veteran Nollywood Actor Tom Njemanze Passes On After Prostate Cancer Struggle

Stanley Ontop stated that he got the information about Njemanze’s passing from the late actor’s family on Friday, July 18.

“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 Buh God knows the best Nollywood lose another legend,” he posted, alongside a photo of the actor on his hospital bed.

Prior to his passing, Njemanze gained public attention after appealing for assistance in his battle with a severe health condition, following a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Stanley Ontop had released videos showing the actor lying in a hospital bed, visibly weak, with an oxygen cylinder and IV drips, indicating the seriousness of his illness.

The filmmaker had earlier shared the actor’s account details, urging Nigerians to come to the aid of the Nollywood veteran. It’s worth noting that Stanley Ontop has consistently shown dedication to fellow actors by regularly keeping fans updated on their health status or passing. Tom Njemanze was widely recognized for roles in films such as Died Wretched, Issakaba, Magic Cap, Osuofia in London, Twin Brothers, Full moon, Last Kobo, My school mother, Stronghold, among others.

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