JUST IN: Well-known Nollywood producer Andy Best has passed away

According to reports, Nollywood producer Andy Best, also known as Ikechukwu Nnadi, has passed away.

Nnadi, who was reportedly suffering from a protracted illness, was pronounced dead on Tuesday at a private clinic in the Imo State capital of Owerri.

In an Instagram post, Mr. Seun Oloketuyi, the chairman of the Best of Nollywood awards, confirmed the death of the film producer and stated that Nnadi is late.

“Notable Nollywood marketer and producer Andy Best passed away.

He wrote, “He passed away in an Owerri hospital today.”

He led Andy Best Production as its chief executive officer until his passing and oversaw the creation of numerous well-known films, such as White Poison, My Father’s Cup, and Lion of Africa.

He was from Imo State’s Isiala Mbano Local Government Area.

His remains have been placed in the Aladinma Mortuary in Owerri in the meantime.

Details to follow.