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Popular Nollywood actor Ernest Asuzu is dead

Popular Nollywood actor Ernest Asuzu has died.

Ernest Asuzu’s death was confirmed by his wife, Jennifer Asuzu, who told reporters he slumped on Tuesday evening and never woke up.

Known for his “bad boy” roles in movies, Ernest Asuzu featured in over 80 Nollywood movies before his death.

The actor suffered a partial stroke 5 years ago and had been having health issues since then. The first lady of Anambra State later intervened and helped with his treatment.

Family sources say the late actor will be buried immediately.

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