Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Eneh is dead

Information at the disposal of CONNOISSEUR has it that veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Eneh is dead. He died today at Park Lane hospital in Enugu. The actor, who lost one of his legs to amputation few days ago, has been battling with his infected leg after being unable to get proper medical attention when he first had pains in the leg. May his soul R.I.P.

Happy birthday to actor Nonso Diobi

Today, July 17 is the birthday of Nollywood star actor, Nonso Diobi. He is the last child in the family of 5, 2 girls and 3 boys. He has acted in scores of movies. Connoisseur wishes the Enugu-born thespian a happy birthday.

Happy birthday to the First Lady of Akwa Ibom State – Ekaette Unoma Akpabio

I’m confused on the exact date of her birth because on her profile and CV June 9 is written while June 10 appears on her Facebook page. But be it 9^th or 10^th June, Connoisseur.com wishes Her Excellency, Mrs. Ekaette-Unoma Godswill Akpabio, the wife of the executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State a very happy birthday.

Below is a brief look at her profile courtesy godswillakpabio.com (abridged by Connoisseur.com):

Gringory to be buried in Abia on May 5

The family of late James Kelechi Iroha popularly known as Gringory has announced the final burial plans of the late veteran actor.

After several family meetings and consultations, Saturday, May 5, 2012 has been slated for the internment.

According to a statement released by the late actor’s family, Iroha will be buried in Bende Local Government area of Abia state.

Mama G assaults top bizman inside aircraft

Patience Ozokwor

There was a scene reminiscent of some of her Nollywood screen roles a few days before Christmas,2011,when top actress,Patience Ozokwor,flew into a rage and physically attacked a man aboard an Arik aircraft at Abuja Airport.
   According to eye-witness reports,Patience Ozokwor,the man,said to be a leading businessman from Anambra State,and accompanied by his wife and children and others had bought their plane tickets to fly from Abuja to Enugu.