Nollywood Actor, Jimmy Johnson, Village headmaster’ Is Dead

Veteran Nollywood actor, Jimmy Johnson, popularly known as ‘The Village headmaster’ is dead.

The actor died at the age of 80 after a brief illness at Garki hospital, Abuja.

He became famous for his role as “Okoro” of the NTA TV 80s series, “The Village Headmaster.”

The confirmation of his death was announced by actress, Funke Kate Adepegba who revealed that he died yesterday after a brief illness at Garki Hospital, Abuja.

The deceased actor got a presidential recognition when President Muhammadu Buhari honored him in 2017.

The president, during the event, said Johnson’s talent as a versatile actor was second to none.

Continuing his speech, President Buhari went on to appreciate Johnson for his sacrifice, patriotism, and loyalty to the country.

It will be recalled, that Johnson’s acting career started on stage at a period in the industry when there was not much monetary reward in acting in Nigeria.

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Though known for his role in the popular drama, The Village Headmaster, the late Johnson also acted in `The Citizens’ and other soap operas.

The entertainment industry lost another actor in April this year, from The Village Headmaster series following the death of Ukwak Asuquo.

Asuquo played the role of Boniface in the series and his death was announced by the Public Relations Officer of the Actors’ Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Monalisa Coker.