Veteran actor loses battle with Liver disease

October 1, 2016 3:26 PM

Nollywood mourns as elder Martins Njubuigbo has died after his prolonged battle with liver failure.

Martins Njubuigbo

Nollywood actor, Yomi Fabiyi, revealed the sad news about the veteran act on social media, writing:

"RIP Elder Mayah. You were a veteran and a hard working one at that. Journey well papa. My concerns and sympathy with his families and close colleagues. #SAVENIGERIAMOVIEINDUSTRY register shares in the grief of AGN."

News of Elder Maya's condition was first shared by Ernest Obi in May, when he took to his Instagram page to solicit funds on behalf of the actor.

A popular Cleric based in Abuja, Joshua Iginla, responded to this call and reportedly aided the ailing actor with N1 million to help with his medical bills.

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Obi disclosed that Elder Maya was in need of N1 million to help him fight the liver disease.

May his gentle soul rest in peace.

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