- Videos of Chizzy Alichi’s father’s funeral reception in Enugu State are making waves online.
- Big shots from Nollywood, like Kanayo O Kanayo and Chiwetalu Agu, were there, wearing faces that danced between somber reflections and expressions celebrating a life well-lived.
On Friday, January 5th, Mr. Alex Alichi, father of the renowned Nigerian actress Chizzy Alichi, was laid to rest in Enugu State.
The burial took place in her hometown and drew the presence of fellow colleagues such as Kanayo O. Kanayo, Rachael Okonkwo, Uju Okoli, Browny Igbokwe, Chiwetalu Agu, and Stanley Igboanugo.
Kanayo O. Kanayo shared a glimpse of the funeral reception on his Instagram, capturing the moment he arrived at the venue, exchanged greetings with colleagues and guests.
In a heartfelt scene, the veteran actor received a warm hug from Chizzy Alichi upon entering. Chizzy, in a touching gesture, knelt down to express gratitude for honouring her invitation.
The video also showed Kanayo extending greetings to Chizzy’s husband, generously sprayed bundles of cash while the actress danced with her father’s portrait in hand.
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Rachael Okonkwo shared a video of herself via Instagram on Saturday consoling Chizzy at the burial.
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Chizzy announced the death of her father in an Instagram post on December 16.
She wrote:
“My father is gone. Words fail me. My father, my first love. I’m broken, my whole life is turned upside down. This was not our plan.
“Father how can you die without carrying my children? This is too much for me but I cannot question God. I’m glad I gave you almost everything you have ever wished for when you were alive. Rest in peace Father. Please come back to me as soon as possible.
“I don’t understand what’s going on anymore, first call in the morning and it’s the news of your death, can I ever pick any call in the morning again. Please say a prayer for me .”