Producer of "Issakaba," "Last Burial" dies in car crash

Chukwuka Emelionwu was reportedly killed by a hit and run driver after he had survived an accident with his car.

Chukwuka Emelionwu, producer of Nollywood classic "Issakaba," dies in car crash  (Facebook/Chukwuka Emelionwu)

Chukwuka Emelionwu, producer of Nollywood classics like "Last  Burial" and "Issakaba," has passed away in car crash.

His death was confirmed by Nollywood filmmakers, Emmanuel Michaels and Charles Novia, who took to social media to share their tributes.

According to reports, the filmmaker was killed on Wednesday, January 17, 2018, by a hit and run driver along Oraukwu road, Anambra State.

Chukwuka Emelionwu, producer of Nollywood classic "Issakaba," dies in car crash

This unfortunate incident happened after the filmmaker survived an auto crash with his car, and tried crossing over to the other side of the road.

In his tribute, Novia described Emelionwu as a very respectful young man, who struck gold and shared his heart of gold with the industry. 

Issakaba poster

Emelionwu was the producer of several classic Nollywood movies, including the comedy film "Aki and Paw Paw," the action film "Issakaba" among others.

Emelionwu was also CEO of Kasvid International, the production company behind popular movies such as "Beautiful Faces," "Corporate Maid," "Unforseen" among others.

Emelionwu, his daughters and wife

The late filmmaker is survived by his wife Juliet Ngozi Emelionwu and beautiful children.

May his soul rest in peace.