Is Osita Iheme dead as rumoured? Here’s what to know
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Nigerian popular actor Osita Iheme, fondly known as “Pawpaw” from the hit movie Aki Na Ukwa, recently became the subject of a viral death hoax, causing alarm among his fans and colleagues.
The death news reportedly began when a fabricated social media post claimed Iheme died in a car accident.The news gained traction quickly, especially given Iheme’s iconic status in Nollywood. This sparked widespread panic, with many fans sharing condolences online.
The question on the lips of every concerned Nigeria becomes “Is Osita Iheme really dead?”
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Here’s what to know
Many prestigious media outlets and the actor himself has clarified the situation.
Osita Iheme is alive and well, and the news circulating around is nothing but a rumor.
Also, the fake news has been thoroughly debunked by multiple sources.
Osita Iheme reassured fans on his social media, posting, “I’m alive and well. Thanks for your love and concern.”
Reactions from top Nollywood stars
Colleagues in Nollywood were quick to condemn the spread of the false news.
Chinedu Ikedieze, Iheme’s long-time on-screen partner, expressed frustration over the rumor, urging fans to verify information before sharing.
Rita Edochie cried out against the rumour. She said, “If one blogger and one hungry social media content creator hasn’t been mercilessly dealt with, the rest won’t learn,”
She further said, “This rumor has come up before, a couple of days ago, it came up the second time. pictures of my great son and veteran colleague osita iheme, popularly known as paw-paw, trended everywhere on social media with captions that they are dead—not him. crazy netizens believed the fake gist and began commenting “rip” on themselves.”
She called it ” madness” and demands that it must stop.
Recall that this isn’t the first time a Nollywood star has been targeted by death hoaxes, which often aim to garner social media attention through sensationalism.
Despite the brief panic, Osita Iheme continues to thrive, actively participating in projects and maintaining his work as the founder of Inspired Movement Africa, a platform that empowers young Nigerians.
This is a reminder of the importance of responsible content sharing and media literacy in the digital age.
Everyone should be rest assured that Pawpaw remains a vibrant part of the Nigerian entertainment industry.
