Nollywood actor CJay Nwoks dies in Lagos hospital [VIDEO]
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Nollywood actor Chijioke Nwokafor, known as CJay Nwoks, has passed away in a Lagos hospital. The announcement was made by actress Nkechi Blessing, who confirmed that the film project featuring the late actor will no longer be released.
Why it matters
The sudden death of a rising talent highlights the impact of personal loss on the Nigerian film industry and its production schedules.
Nollywood actor, Chijioke Nwokafor, popularly known as CJay Nwoks is dead. CJay died on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at an undisclosed hospital in the Badore area of Lagos State. The sad news was announced by actress Nkechi Blessing, who recently cast CJay as the lead actor in her new film.
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