Nollywood actor Diewait Ikpechukwu dies at 71

According to reports from family sources, the former footballer and actor died on Thursday, November 5, 2026, following a prolonged illness.

Ikpechukwu was a respected figure in the Nigerian film industry, with a career spanning over 25 years.

Before finding his footing in Nollywood, he was a footballer and later worked as a business office manager at Nike.

He was widely known for his delivery in core Nollywood classics.

His memorable movie appearances include The August Meeting, Royal Palace (2005), The Guilty (2006), Across the River (2006), Python King (2007) and Ìjé Love (2022), among others.

Beyond acting, he owned a communications company and was a strong advocate for mentoring young talent. He frequently advised upcoming actors to avoid desperation, perform every role with dedication, and guard against exploitation in the industry.

Details surrounding his death were still sketchy at the time of filing this report.

His death marks another loss to the Nigerian film industry.