CJay Nwoks Passes Away, Shocking Nollywood Community

Chijioke Nwokafor, popularly known as CJay Nwoks, died on September 30, 2026, at an undisclosed hospital in the Badore area of Lagos State. His passing occurred shortly after the death of veteran actor Olu Jacobs, who died at the age of 84 on September 16, 2026.

CJay Nwoks' death was announced by actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday, who had cast him as the lead actor in a new movie set for release on the same day he died. In a heartfelt video shared on her Instagram, she expressed her grief and confirmed that the movie would no longer be released.

The news of CJay's death shocked his colleagues and the production team, leading to widespread mourning within the Nigerian film industry. As of the time of reporting, details surrounding the cause of his death remained unclear.