The Nollywood industry is in mourning following the reported death of veteran actor Emmanuel France. The tragic news was shared by Nigerian filmmaker Olufemi Ogedengbe on his Instagram account, where he referred to France as a “legend” and “uncle.”
Ogedengbe, who worked with the late actor in Tanzania in 2006 on three movie projects—Cross My Sin, She Is My Sister, and The Director—expressed his sorrow at France’s passing. In his post, he wrote, “Rest in peace to one of Nollywood’s legends. Uncle Emmanuel France… R.I.P.” However, the circumstances surrounding the actor’s death remain unknown.
France’s passing has sent ripples of grief throughout the Nollywood community, with fans and social media users sharing their condolences and memories of the veteran actor. His contributions to the Nigerian film industry have left a lasting impact, and his loss is deeply felt by many.
Tragic Car Accident in Lagos Leaves Driver in Debt
In other news, a Nigerian man is appealing for assistance after accumulating a massive N400 million debt following a car accident during an illegal drag race at Eko Atlantic City, Lagos. The accident, which occurred on Saturday, caused severe damage and multiple injuries but fortunately claimed no lives.
According to eyewitnesses, two high-speed cars were racing when one driver lost control, collided with the other vehicle, and crashed into a concrete pole. The driver, who is known as @Trammania on Instagram, sustained injuries and now faces significant financial challenges due to hospital bills and property damage.
The driver shared his ordeal on social media, expressing gratitude for surviving the crash, but revealed the financial burden he now faces. The accident caused the loss of two expensive vehicles—a 2022 Corvette Stingray and a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
In his plea for help, he is seeking support for his medical treatment and the repair costs of the damages incurred during the accident. The incident serves as a cautionary tale of the dangers of illegal street racing.