David Ochayi
(Nollywood star Chioma Akpotha with her late father, Leonard Chukwuka. Source: Instagram / chiomaakpotha)
Renowned Nollywood actress Chioma Chukwuka-Akpotha has shared the heartbreaking news of her father Leonard Ndukaife Chukwuka’s passing through a touching social media tribute.
In an emotional Friday post, the screen icon revealed her father had passed on to eternal rest, leaving her completely orphaned thirteen years after losing her mother.
The devastated actress described the profound pain of losing both parents, expressing how her father represented unconditional love and security in her life.
While expressing gratitude for his long, fulfilling life that saw him witness multiple generations of his lineage, she confessed the family had dreamed of him meeting future great-grandchildren.
The movie star poignantly reflected on the universal longing for more time with loved ones – yearning for additional conversations, embraces, and shared moments no matter how long they live.
Chukwuka-Akpotha disclosed she privately processed her grief before publicly announcing the loss, emphasizing the special bond they shared during his final days.
Requesting prayers for herself, siblings, and the entire Chukwuka family during this difficult period, she promised to share funeral arrangements when finalized.
Her moving tribute concluded with honoring his legacy as “the Olowo of Ikate” while referencing comforting scriptures including Proverbs 17:6 and Psalm 34:18 about divine comfort for the bereaved.
