The family of ‘Superhero’ Saint Obi has announced the funeral arrangement of the deceased actor.
According to the details on the flyer, the late thespian would be laid to rest on Friday, August 18 in his hometown, Umuezealaeze, Alaenyi Ogwa, in Imo state.
The flyer reads: “The Nwafor family of Ogwa, Imo State, cordially invites you as, Our Superhero goes home Obinna Nwafor Saint Obi, Our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and son.
”The funeral service and interment will hold at the Saint Obi’s family home, Umuezealaeze, Alaenyi Ogwa, Imo State.”
The Nation reports the popular actor reportedly passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023 at 57 after battling a protracted ailment.
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At the time of the reporting, the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) was yet to make an official statement about the movie star’s death due to an alleged family disagreement.
Before his demise, Saint Obi had reportedly relocated to Jos, the Plateau State capital to stay with his siblings for the treatment of the ailment that kept him in and out of the hospital for over two years.
Saint Obi came into the acting scene in 1996 after featuring in a commercial for Peugeot on NTA.
The deceased, who featured in over 60 movies, was the delight of many in the 90s and early 2000.
He was known for his roles in Candle Light, Sakobi, Goodbye Tomorrow, Heart of Gold, Festival of Fire, Executive Crime and Last Party.