RismadarVoice Reporters
September 30, 2026
Nollywood actor Chijioke Temidayo Nwokafor, popularly known as Cjay Nwoks, has died.
His death was announced on Wednesday by actress and filmmaker Nkechi Blessing Sunday, who said the actor had been confirmed dead at a hospital.
Nwoks was the lead actor in a movie scheduled for release on Wednesday, but the planned release was cancelled following news of his death.
The actor, who hailed from Awka in Anambra State and was based in Lagos, began his professional acting career in 2021.
He appeared in several Nollywood productions, including Larry Cold, Mum Overnight, A Day To My Wedding, The Lies She Tells and What Time Left.
Nwoks also had credits in other productions, including Doctor Lanre, Fond of You and Godly Escort, as he continued to build his career in the Nigerian film industry.
His death has prompted tributes from colleagues and fans across the entertainment industry.
The circumstances surrounding his death have not been officially disclosed, while details of his funeral arrangements were yet to be announced as of the time of filing this report.
