The industry, which has produced great icons, was in 2022 hit with the death of young and energetic entertainers who displayed exceptional talent.

unknown illness.
He was popularly known for his hit songs “Marry me’ and ‘God of vengeance’.
Romanus Amuta
Renowned Nollywood actor, Romanus Amuta died on February 10, 2022. The veteran died after a protracted illness.
He was popularly known for his role as Natty in the sitcom ‘New Masquerade’.
Chinedu Bernard
On April 29, 2022, a fast-rising Nollywood actress, Chinedu Bernard slumped and died while cleaning St Leo the Great Catholic Church in Enugu State.
It is unknown what caused her death.
Rico Swavey
Famous ex-Big Brother Naija star, Patrick Fakoya died on 13th October after a ghastly motor accident. Rico’s death took his fans by storm as he was known to be peaceful.
The 29-year-old was in coma for two days and was buried at Ebony vault in Ikoyi Lagos State.