By Nosa Akenzua, Asaba
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has commiserated with the Oniga family, Urhobo nation and Nollywood over the passing of veteran Nollywood actress, Rachael Oniga.
Our correspondent reports that the renowned movie star, aged 64 years old who hails from Eku in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta, reportedly died on Friday in Lagos.
Okwa, in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, on Saturday, in Asaba, expressed bewilderment at the passing of Oniga.
The Governor said late Oniga was a consummate actress, whose demise was a huge loss to Delta and Nigeria at large.
He noted that the deceased contributed immensely to the “revolution” in the movie industry in the country, saying that she was a great name in Nollywood, which she contributed hugely in birthing and nurturing.
The statement read: “on behalf of the government and people of Delta, I offer my deepest condolences to Oniga family and friends, including Nollywood community where the late veteran movie actress featured prominently as a matriach.
“The late Rachael Oniga was one of the country’s iconic movie actresses and was reputed to have featured in over 50 films during her career.
“She was indeed, a household name and a pride of our State. She will be greatly missed by movie lovers and Deltans.
“It is my belief that the late Rachael Oniga will be long remembered and honoured for her good interpretation of movie roles and for the formation and growth of Nollywood.”
Okowa, however prayed that God would grant eternal rest to the soul of the departed Oniga and comfort her family and all who mourn her.
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