Nollywood veteran actor Ibrahim Chatta has been plunged into deep mourning following the untimely death of his supposed son, a development he shared on his Instagram page on Saturday. The announcement has left fans, colleagues, and the broader Nollywood community in shock and grief, recalling the actor’s past struggle with the loss of his first child during a period of financial hardship when he could not afford hospital bills.
The 54-year-old actor posted a heartfelt tribute alongside a photo of the late boy, writing: “Inna liLlahi wa inna ileyhi rajiun. Ya Allah, You are the Knower of all things. Rest on Dear Son. Champ💔💔💔💔.” The post has since gone viral, drawing a flood of messages of support, sympathy, and prayers from fans and colleagues who empathize with his loss and extend condolences to the grieving family.
Among those expressing condolences was actress Tawa Ajisefini, who commented: “Haaaaa Subuhanallah. I’m so sorry uncle. Condolences.” Fellow actor Jamiu Azeez also reacted emotionally, writing: “Haaaaaa God pls have mercy on us ooo, dadad this is too much o.” The expressions of support illustrate the closeness and solidarity within the Nigerian film industry during times of personal tragedy.
While the identity of the deceased remains somewhat unclear, with uncertainty over whether he was Chatta’s biological son or a close family relative, the pain of loss is palpable and resonates deeply within the actor’s social media community. Fans have also shared prayers and messages hoping for strength and healing for Chatta and his family during this difficult period.
This heartbreaking development comes just days after the Nollywood veteran Peju Ogunmola lost her only child, Ayomikun, further plunging the Nigerian entertainment industry into mourning and sparking conversations around the fragility of life and the support networks needed within creative communities. Industry insiders have highlighted the importance of collective empathy and the role of social media in sharing condolences and emotional support during such devastating times.
As the family navigates this painful loss, well-wishers continue to flood Chatta’s social media pages with prayers and expressions of solidarity, emphasizing the need for patience, healing, and spiritual strength in the face of such an unimaginable tragedy. The entertainment community remains united in sending thoughts and prayers to the grieving actor and his family as they come to terms with their loss.