Actor Yul Edochie has expressed appreciation to everyone who sent in condolence messages over the death of his son Kambilinachukwu.
The actor’s child died on March 30 after he developed a seizure in school while playing football with his mates.
Yul said in an Instagram post on Thursday night that the love and concern for his family in this difficult time have been overwhelming.
“I thank you all for the condolence messages, condolence visits, calls, care, and prayers you all offered for my son and for my family,” he wrote.
“The love and concern have been overwhelming. I sincerely appreciate each and every one of you from the depths of my heart. May God bless you all abundantly. Thank you.”
Yul reacted publicly to the incident for the first time on April 27 in an Instagram post, saying his son made his mark in the world in just 16 years.
He shared a video showing notable moments in the boy’s life including his birthday and graduation.
Yul added that he could not question God on the unfortunate incident.
“On that Wednesday morning, you came into my room, dressed up for school. You told me your school will be having inter-house sports on Friday and I promised you I’ll be there,” he wrote.
“You were so excited. You told me you won a gold medal in swimming. I congratulated you. We joked about your height, then you left for school in your ever-cheerful manner. And you never came back home again.”
The actor, whose father is the legendary Pete Edochie, described the deceased as one with a gentle soul.
“I can’t question God. My dear son, just 16 years with us here on earth, but you made your mark. Great Son. Calm, cute, brilliant, always cheerful, outstanding footballer, gentle and loving soul,” he said.
