Emerging Nigerian music talent, known simply as Dripping Louis, has reportedly been killed in Ibadan.
According to a report by eelive.ng, the young Ibadan-based artiste was allegedly stabbed to death by his uncle, identified as Bashiru, following a heated argument over a ₦600 bottle of Maltina. Eyewitnesses say the disagreement, which began over the soft drink, escalated into violence and tragically ended in the singer's death.
The incident occurred at their family residence in Mokola, Ibadan, leaving neighbors and fans stunned by the sudden loss.
In a separate tragic development, veteran Nollywood actress Nkechi Nweje passed away on Friday, March 21, after a brief illness.
Her death was confirmed by movie producer Stanley Ajemba, popularly known as Stanley Ontop, who shared the news via Instagram along with a heartfelt tribute:
> “Nollywood in tears as we lost one of our vibrant Nollywood actresses, @nkechi.nweje, after a brief illness.
Couldn’t post since morning because it was like a dream to me. Ezigbo Nwanyi Onitsha.
Rest in peace, ma’am. My best friend, she always called me on the phone, advising me. The last time we spoke was during the Queenth saga. She said, ‘Ontop, stop.’ I’m still speechless.”