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BREAKING: Veteran Nollywood Actor, Columbus Irisoanga, ‘Igbudu’ is Dead
- Nollywood actor Dr. Columbus Irosanga, famous for Isakaba, has died.
- Hilda Dokubo confirmed his death, mourning the loss to Nollywood and Uniport.
- Irosanga, a senior lecturer, was celebrated for his acting and academic contributions.
Veteran Nollywood actor and respected academic, Dr. Columbus Irosanga is dead.
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the news was shared by actress Hilda Dokubo on her Instagram page on Thursday. In her emotional tribute, she 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 continued, “Our uncle Coli @colu_mbusirisoanga has gone to be with the Lord. Ikoli eh dein na mu.”
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Dr. Irosanga, born and raised in Okrika, Rivers State, was widely celebrated for his powerful portrayals of chief priests in Nollywood films, with his iconic role as “Igbudu” in the 2001 hit Isakaba standing out.
His remarkable talent earned him several prestigious accolades, including Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the Africa 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.
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Beyond his acting career, Dr. Irosanga was a senior lecturer in the Department of Theatre Arts at the University of Port Harcourt, where he mentored numerous aspiring actors.
He leaves behind a legacy in both the academic and entertainment worlds, as well as a family. His cause of death has not yet been disclosed, but his passing represents a profound loss to the Nigerian creative community.
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