Ngozi Ezeonu, a seasoned Nollywood actress, has refuted recent reports circulating on social media claiming her demise. In a video posted on her Instagram page, the actress reassured her fans and followers that she is alive and in good health.
Addressing the speculations, Ezeonu explained that a previous post featuring a candle was a tribute to a close friend she had recently lost. She expressed frustration at the misinformation, emphasizing that she is very much alive.
“I lost a very close friend of mine, I posted a candle, a half-burnt candle, and they now put my picture on that candle and everybody is saying that I died. It is wrong. I am alive and healthy, please,” she clarified.
The actress urged responsible journalism, emphasizing the importance of verifying information before sharing it. She highlighted the negative impact such false reports can have and expressed concern about the distressing calls she had been receiving.
“In journalism, what you do when in doubt is you leave out. If you cannot get across to the person to at least confirm the story, you don’t post. Don’t do that, please. Don’t try it again. This is a new year, why would anybody want to hurt each other just because they want people to follow them?” Ezeonu remarked.”