Emerging reports indicate that Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie has lost his first son, Kambilichukwu Edochie.
It was gathered that Yul’s first son was rushed to the hospital after falling unconscious.
A source who spoke to Reporters on condition of anonymity revealed that Yul has confirmed Kambilichukwu’s death as the time this report was filed.
May’s sister who was at the scene said the boy read throughout the night preparing for his exam today. After his exam in school, he joined his mates to play football and that’s when he developed a seizure and was rushed to Mother and Child Hospital. All efforts by the doctors to resuscitate him proved abortive, the report added.
This is coming two months after Yul Edochie and his first wife May, celebrated their first son and second child as he turned 16; showering encomiums and blessings on him.
“My first son just turned 16. Happy birthday to you Kambi Leo Yul-Edochie. Many more great years I wish you with loads of accomplishments and greatness. May God be with you always. Daddy loves you,” his father wrote on Instagram
Yul, the last child of veteran actor, Pete Edochie, married his wife, Mary, at 22 after they both dated for six years. He followed in his father’s footsteps and debuted in the movie industry a year after his marriage.
Following the death of Kambilichukwu, the first son of Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, fans of the actor have sent their condolences to the family.
It broke out on Thursday morning that the actor’s first son was rushed to the hospital after falling unconscious.
Reacting on social media to the passing of Kambilichukwu, Nigerians have expressed their sadness, commiserating with the actor over the tragic event.
@Xrixywalker: There’s no pain compared to that of a parent losing a child. Not just a new born, but a child they’ve grown to love. 💔
@TheOmegaMessiah: I cannot imagine the pain Yul and his family must be feeling. May God grant them the strength to bear this immeasurable loss. RIP to the young man. 😥🙏🏾
@ayadewale: My God ….this is what I never want to hear happens to anybody ….cos I know what I pass through when this happen to me ….mr yul be strong ….your comfort right now can only be from God ….😭
@spiderchi1: Very sad news indeed. 💔💔💔 This boy just turned 16 a while back. This is heartbreaking. May his soul rest in peace. My heart goes out to May. What manner of pain is she going through now? @YulEdochie return somebody’s wife and repair your home.
