Nollywood has once again experienced a significant loss. Barely 24 hours after the death of actress Pat Ugwu was announced by Emeka Okoye on social media, another tragic loss has struck the Nigerian film industry.
Veteran Nollywood actor Columbus Irosanga, best known for his portrayal of a native doctor, has passed away. His death was confirmed on Instagram on Thursday, 6th February, by fellow actress Hilda Dokubo.
In sharing the news, Dokubo wrote, “There can’t be a shortage of angels in heaven that the few here are called home like this na! This one is heavy on Uniport Rivers State Nollywood.” She further captioned her post, “Our uncle Coli #colu_mbusirisoanga has gone to be with the Lord. Ikoli eh dein na mu.”
Irosanga, a native of Okrika in Rivers State, was a highly respected actor and television personality. Beyond his acting career, he also served as a senior lecturer in the Department of Theatre Arts at the University of Port Harcourt.
His most notable film roles include Issakaba (2003) and 7 Kilometre (2015). Over the course of his career, he received numerous accolades, including the Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), Best Actor in a Drama at the City People Entertainment Awards, Most Promising Actor in Nigeria at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), and Best Actor in a Leading Role at the Best of Nollywood Awards.
