Summary:
- Yul Edochie’s first son, Kambilichukwu Edochie, passes away
- Kambilichukwu suffered a seizure while playing football with friends
- The Mother and Child Hospital was unable to resuscitate him
- The family recently celebrated Kambilichukwu’s 16th birthday
- Social media tributes and condolences pour in for the Edochie family
Yul Edochie’s Firstborn Son Passes Away
The tragic news has emerged that Nollywood actor Yul Edochie’s first son, Kambilichukwu Edochie, has passed away. The teenager’s untimely death was confirmed by sources close to the family.
An anonymous source who spoke to Vanguard confirmed that the actor has acknowledged his son’s death. MandyNews.com also corroborated the report through a source close to the Edochie family.
Kambilichukwu’s Final Moments
Kambilichukwu reportedly spent the night before his death studying for an exam. After completing the exam at school, he joined his friends for a game of football. It was during this game that Kambilichukwu tragically suffered a seizure and fell unconscious.
Hospital’s Efforts to Save Kambilichukwu
Kambilichukwu was immediately rushed to the Mother and Child Hospital, where medical professionals made desperate efforts to resuscitate him. Unfortunately, their attempts were unsuccessful, and the young Edochie passed away.
Yul Edochie’s Family Life
This heartrending event comes just two months after the Edochie family celebrated Kambilichukwu’s 16th birthday. Yul Edochie and his wife, May, have been married since the actor was 22 years old, following a six-year courtship.
Yul Edochie’s Acting Career
Yul Edochie has been making a name for himself in the Nollywood film industry, following in the footsteps of his father, Pete Edochie. Yul made his acting debut just a year after marrying May.
Tributes and Condolences
As news of Kambilichukwu’s passing spreads, the Edochie family has received an outpouring of support and condolences from fans, friends, and colleagues on social media. The Nollywood community mourns the loss of Kambilichukwu and stands in solidarity with the Edochie family during this difficult time.