Social media platforms were thrown into confusion recently after unverified claims circulated that popular Kannywood and Nollywood actor, Ali Nuhu, had passed away.
However, some close associates of the actor, have swiftly dismissed the rumors and confirmed that Ali Nuhu is alive and in good health.
They appealed to the public to avoid spreading information that lacks confirmation.
Ali Nuhu speaks on recurring hoax
Reacting personally, Ali Nuhu noted that this was not the first time such false news about his death had gone viral.
According to him, similar rumors surface almost every year.
He advised fans and the general public to always verify information before sharing, especially in the era of social media where misinformation spreads rapidly.
He stressed that if such tragic news were true, reputable media organizations would report it.
Industry colleagues express concern
Fellow Kannywood actor, Ali Rabiu Ali, popularly known as Daddy, also reacted on Facebook, expressing shock at the ease with which people spread falsehoods.
He recalled working with Ali Nuhu on a recent movie set and urged people to be patient and avoid hastily declaring someone dead.
In his words:
“Let’s stop spreading rumors about someone’s death while they’re still alive. Let’s spread goodness, and may we all have a good end.”
