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The Executive Director/CEO of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) Alhaji Adedayo Thomas has expressed sadness over the passing of veteran Nollywood Actress, Rachael Oniga, who reportedly died on Friday in Lagos at the age of 64.
Thomas said that the board received the news of the passing of Rachael Oniga as a rude shock, while adding that she was a consummate actress whose passionate contribute to the nation’s film industry was outstanding.
The NFVCB boss, however, lamented that the demise of the Delta State-born actress was a huge loss to Nollywood, and Nigeria at large, noting that “the late thespian contributed immensely in changing the narratives of Nollywood as it evolves over the years to become a global brand.”
According to a statement made available to newsmen on Sunday by his media aide, Joshua Olomu, he stated that, “On behalf of the management and staff of the NFVCB, I offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of the late Rachael Oniga, as well as the Nollywood community where the late actress featured remarkably as a veteran.
“She was a passionate actress and role model to many in the industry, whose demise came at a time when the younger generation of actors were drawing from the wealth of her experience.
Thomas added that:”While we mourn her demise, solace should be drawn from the fact that she lived an impactful life, and I strongly belief that her name will remain indelible in the history of our noble film industry”
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