Nigerian actress and filmmaker Oby Kechere, widely remembered for her role in the 2002 comedy Aki na Ukwa, has died after a prolonged illness.
Her passing was announced on Saturday by the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN), through its National President, Uche Agbo.
According to the statement, Kechere died on April 27, 2026, following a long battle with illness.
The guild described her as a committed professional and a valued member of the organisation, noting her role as Vice Chairman of the DGN Abuja Chapter.
Agbo said her contributions to the growth and unity of the guild, particularly within the Abuja branch, would be remembered by colleagues and industry stakeholders.
Born in Mbaise, Imo State, Kechere studied Theatre Arts at the University of Ibadan before joining Nollywood in 2001.
She gained early recognition with appearances in August Meeting films before rising to wider fame in Aki na Ukwa, where she earned the nickname “Ms Koi Koi” among fans.
The DGN extended condolences to her family, loved ones, and colleagues, describing her death as a significant loss to the Nigerian film industry.
