Veteran Nollywood entertainer, Charles Oputa, popularly known as CharlyBoy, has expressed sadness over the death of veteran Nollywood actor, Tom Njemanze.
Recall that the actor reportedly passed away over the weekend after a prolonged battle with prostate cancer.
Before his death, the actor had recently disclosed through a viral video online that he was undergoing treatment for the ailment and called on Nigerians for urgent support to help fund his surgery.
Reacting to his demise, CharlyBoy described Njemanze’s death as “regrettable.”
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The “Areafada”, who had earlier launched an appeal to Nigerians for financial support for the ailing actor, said his death came when efforts were being made to procure surgery for him.
“We received the news at the weekend from his son, who called to inform me that he had passed on.
“His death is so unfortunate, and that is why when we see somebody in distress, we should immediately see what can be done because nobody knows the time.
“Although we have been able to help the family a little bit in terms of the awareness we created, getting people to donate straight to their account,” he said.
Recall, CharlyBoy had launched a campaign on prostate cancer screening across Nigeria to educate men about prostate cancer risks; calling for regular screening and early treatment.
According to CharlyBoy, who recently survived prostate cancer, his foundation is spearheading a nationwide campaign because many men are dying in silence for not talking about their prostate issues.
