Nollywood actor Chijioke Nwokafor, popularly known as CJay Nwoks, has died.
The actor reportedly passed away on Wednesday, September 30, at a hospital in the Badore area of Lagos State.
His death was announced by actress and filmmaker Nkechi Blessing Sunday, who said she was at the hospital when the actor was pronounced dead. She also cancelled the release of her upcoming movie, Egusi Ogbono, in which CJay was the lead actor.
CJay Nwoks, who began his professional acting career in 2021, featured in several Nollywood productions, including Doctor Lanre, Fond of You, Godly Escort, Larry Cold and A Day to My Wedding.
The actor's sudden death has triggered an outpouring of tributes from colleagues and fans across the Nigerian film industry.
The cause of his death has not been disclosed.
