Veteran Nollywood actor Diewait Ikpechukwu has passed away at the age of 71 following a prolonged illness. Family sources confirmed that the screen star died on Thursday, November 5, 2026, marking the end of an era for one of the industry's familiar faces.
The news of his passing was confirmed by the National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Alhaji Abubakar Sanusi Yakubu, according to Dockaysworld. Paying tribute to the deceased star on social media, Yakubu wrote, "Another Legend bows out!! RIP Diewit Ikpechukwu," as he mourned the loss of the respected movie figure.
Born on August 23, 1955, Ikpechukwu enjoyed an active career in the Nigerian film industry that spanned more than twenty-five years. Viewers across the country easily recognized him for his commanding presence on screen, where he frequently took on roles portraying traditional rulers, community elders, and respected authority figures.
Before making his way into cinema and corporate work, Ikpechukwu was a talented athlete in his youth. He played football as a right winger and lined up for local clubs such as Kaduna Rocks and Blue Diamonds of Nsukka. His skills on the pitch even earned him an invitation to the camp of the Green Eagles, Nigeria's senior national team, during the 1970s.
After transitioning into acting, he shared sets with multiple generations of movie stars. His extensive film credits include well-known titles such as Royal Palace, The Guilty, Across the River, and Python King. In more recent years, he remained active, featuring in productions like Omera, A Dance to Forget, Emecheta, Nwando, and the 2022 film Ìjé Love.
The late veteran actor is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren. Details regarding his funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by his family in due course.
