Chiwetalu Agu, the Nollywood actor, has refuted rumours claiming he has passed away.
The speculation started after a Facebook user identified as Mzansi Celebrities alleged that the veteran actor died following “complications from diabetes and spine surgery”.
“Veteran Nollywood Legend Chiwetala Agu Passes Away at 66! Shocking battle with diabetes & spine surgery ends in tragedy,” the post reads.
“The beloved actor’s final fight was a heartbreaking struggle against relentless illness and painful surgery that stole a shining star from the silver screen.
“Fans and colleagues are left devastated as the curtain falls on a life filled with talent, passion, and unforgettable roles. The nation mourns a true icon lost too soon!”
But in a video shared on his Instagram page, Agu dismissed the report as “diabolical”, insisting he is not going to die anytime soon and still hopes to carry his grandchildren.
The ace actor also declared that he will instead be the one to “bury my enemies”.
Agu said he would have taken legal action if the claim came from major outlets, but dismissed it as the work of a small blog chasing likes and views.
“I woke up to this very post, all because of likes, views and comments. A blogger wrongly announced my death and posted ‘rest in peace’ with my picture,” he said.
“Now let me shock you: I, Chief Chiwetalu Agu of Etiti Amokwe, Enugu State, am not going to die anytime soon.
“Instead, I will be the one to bury my enemies. Na who dig pit go fall inside. I am yet to carry my grandchildren; I must carry them in good health when my children are ready.
“If it were these big bloggers, I would have sued them for defamation, economic and business damages, and cyber harassment, knowing something would come out of the lawsuit. But lo and behold, it’s a poor blog still struggling for likes and views.
“What baffles me is that in this 21st century some of you are gullible enough to believe without confirming.
“Fans and family, please disregard any rumours and rebuke anyone spreading such diabolical news about me and report the page that’s spreading the information.”
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