Joke Silva, Ramsey Nouah, Toyin Abraham, other celebrities mourn Peace Anyiam-Osigwe. Some well-known figures in the entertainment business have expressed their sympathy to the family of Peace Anyiam-Osigwe, a renowned Nigerian filmmaker and the creator of the well recognized Africa Movie Academy Awards ceremony.
After a brief illness, Peace Anyiam, known as “the queen of Nollywood films,” died on Monday in Lagos at the St. Nicholas Hospital.
Following the news of her passing, stars like Rita Dominic, Joke Silver, Yul Edochie, Ramsey Nouah, Toyin Abraham, and comedian AY have paid tribute to the late director on social media.
Actress Joke Silva, who highlighted how Peace attempted to fight for her life before passing away, lamented her passing on Instagram, writing, “Death, you are terribly harsh. Peace Anyiam-Osigwe, RIP.
“My darling Peace, it is with a sad heart that I write this, and I wish that perhaps it is all a nightmare I will awake from,” Ramsey Nouah stated. You had goals; there were numerous obstacles to overcome, altitudes to scale, and destinies ready to soar on the wings of your platform. Your passing has come as a big shock. In Nollywood, you were a driving force, an icon, and a pioneering figure. Your name has been inscribed in the sands of time, and your legacy endures. Goodbye, sweet sister.
“Goodnight mom @digitalpmoglobal you talked with me on Thursday to encourage me and promised to pop champagne for me,” tweeted actress Toyin Abraham in a tweet. You praised my dedication and attention. I am aware that heaven now has an angel. Thank you very much, mom, and I swear to stay focused and keep competing against myself. Goodnight”.
Yul Edochie stated, “Life is very unpredictable,” as he shared his final moments with the departed. She and I spoke over the phone just a few weeks ago, during which she shared her goals for Nollywood in 2023 and praised my efforts. She has left today. Good night, Madam Anyiam-Osigwe. I pray that God would give your family the fortitude to endure the loss.
“It is very hard to say goodbye and put RIP beside your image,” Rita Dominic wrote. Although the New Year is off to a bad start, who am I to criticize the All-Powerful? We will never forget how much you helped Nollywood and African film thrive. Through your platform, you gave myself and a lot of other African creatives strength. I appreciate it all, sis. Till we cross paths again, goodbye.
Only a lady of substance and character pulls out everyone I see talking about you on social media and other platforms today, the comedian Ayo Makun tweeted. I can’t even begin to express how much I would miss all of your expert counsel. Peace The entire sector was inspired by Anyiam Osigwe. always ready to assist. The things you requested me to undertake in regards to Almajiri started to come together last year. We bid you goodbye and good luck on your eternal trip. Nobody would ever forget you. Peace be with you.
