Nollywood actress Pat Ugwu has passed away at age 35, sparking grief in the industry as colleagues express shock over her sudden demise

The **Nollywood industry** has been thrown into mourning following the **sudden passing** of actress **Pat Ugwu** at the age of 35.

The heartbreaking news was announced by actor **Emeka Okoye** in an emotional Instagram post on **Wednesday**.

Okoye, visibly shaken by the tragic loss, expressed his grief and **concern over the increasing number of deaths** within the Nigerian movie industry.

*“Rest in peace, sis. Pat Ugwu. So we no get to work again? Death, why? May your soul rest in the bosom of the Lord.”*

The actor also shared **her funeral details** while praying for divine protection over his colleagues.

*“God, please protect all my colleagues, especially those I’m close to. This unusual death rate is frightening. I proclaim life to everyone close to me in this 2025 in the precious blood of Jesus. Amen.”*

Pat Ugwu’s **untimely passing** has sent shockwaves across the entertainment industry, with fans and colleagues mourning the loss of a talented actress.