The death of veteran filmmaker, Amaka Igwe on Tuesday came as shock to many in the creative industry. She was an embodiment of knowledge, dignity, respect and others in the industry, especially Nollywood, which was seen as her constituency. Her death has generated various reactions from Nigerian celebrities, who have continued to eulogise her exemplary life.Read below what some celebs said about the late Nollywood icon;
Genevieve Nnaji: This is the darkest day of my entire career. That I believe sums up how I feel right now. Your legacy will leave on Aunty Amaka. I promise you. RIP
Stella Damasus: She has gone home. God rest her soul, for the rest of us here, well I wonder what the future holds or how long we have, I would rather spend each working day towards my salvation. Death does not have a clock.
Stephanie Okereke-Linus: I am still in Shock! oh! How we have lost a Great one, Rest In Peace Amaka Igwe.
Kate Henshaw: A great woman who dared where men tread has passed on, RIP Aunty Amaka!!!!our prayers are with you Uncle Charles
Susan Peters: Another icon gone too soon! RIP Amaka Igwe! Sad News!
Rita Dominic: Last night, Amaka was on set of her current movie! And last night, Amaka died still working on a movie! Goodnight, Great woman Goodnight, your body of work will be an inspiration to many generations. Adieu Aunty Amaka till we meet to part no more
Joseph Benjamin: Amaka Igwe passes on. It is appointed to man. What will you be remembered for, she positively affected her generation
Chika Ike: RIP to an amazon.. Amaka Igwe..u taught us all. God bless your soul.
Weird MC described her as a risk taker, a trail blazer, film maker, pioneer. "You left your mark, you dared to dare, rest well Amaka 'fearless' Igwe My heart sincerely goes out to your family. May God comfort you.
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