Veteran Nigerian actor, Obinna Nwafor popularly known as Saint Obi has passed away. He died at the age of 57 after a prolonged illness.
The iconic actor reportedly passed away on Monday May 7, following months of visits to the hospital for treatment of an undisclosed ailment.
Saint Obi was said to be staying in his sister’s home in Jos when he died. Details of his passing is being kept under wraps by his family.
He rose to prominence in Nollywood in the 90s, appearing in over 200 films, including candle light and state of emergency. He was also a film producer and director.
Nigerian movie industry and Africans will miss him.