Popular Nigerian prankster and content creator Untouchable Comedy has broken his silence regarding the tragic death of Nollywood actor Odira Nwobu, firmly stating that the unfortunate incident was not one of his famous pranks.
The Emotional Revelation
In a heartfelt video shared on his Instagram page on Wednesday, November 26, Untouchable Comedy, whose real name is Chibuike Gabriel, appeared visibly distressed as he addressed the swirling rumors and public speculation. The content creator explained that his prolonged silence following the actor's death was due to serious health concerns and the traumatic impact of losing his friend.
The prankster had previously shared a video of himself with Nwobu in South Africa just hours before the actor's tragic demise, which initially led many social media users to suspect the death announcement might be another elaborate prank given Untouchable Comedy's professional background.
Health Concerns and Trauma
Speaking with evident emotion, Untouchable Comedy revealed the personal toll the incident had taken on him. 'I have not been in my right senses since then,' he confessed in the video, adding that he had been traumatized by the events.
The content creator made it clear that he would never use someone's life for entertainment purposes, stating emphatically: 'All I can say is, it was not a prank, and I can never use someone's life for a prank.'
He further explained his physical and mental state, noting that he wasn't fit to speak at length due to his health condition, though he didn't specify the exact nature of his medical concerns.
Public Reaction and Mourning
Social media users had been eagerly awaiting Untouchable Comedy's statement since news of Nwobu's death broke. The prankster's unusual silence had only fueled speculation that the tragedy might be another of his famous stunts.
In his emotional address, Untouchable Comedy referred to the late actor as his brother and offered a touching tribute: 'Odira, you are a brother. Rest in peace, my brother. I just pray God helps me come out from this.'
The video prompted an outpouring of support and condolences from fans and followers across various social media platforms. Many expressed sympathy for both the loss of Nwobu and Untouchable Comedy's evident distress.
One Instagram user, richmondjean7, commented: 'Stay strong bro, may Odera soul rest in peace.' Another user, lexzysfunctionandapparels, expressed concern for Untouchable Comedy's health, noting: 'Please ooo @untouchable_comediess, that BP reading I saw is too high. Take care of yourself biko.'
Some comments also referenced previous concerns about Nwobu's health before his passing, with interllectual_rapper noting: 'You friends should have taken him to hospital after all his complains but instead you guys talked him into clubbing.'
The tragic incident has sparked broader conversations within the Nigerian entertainment community about health awareness and the importance of taking medical concerns seriously, even among young professionals.
