The family of Nollywood actress Rachel Oniga has debunked rumour that she died of COVID-19.
A statement released on Saturday by Rachel’s elder sister Toyin Odusote on behalf of the late actress’ family also revealed that Rachel, 64, died in a Lagos hospital on Friday, July 30, around 10 p.m.
“Contrary to diverse reports informing that she died from Covid-19 complications, we write to inform the general public that she died from a heart-related issue: an ailment she battled with for a short period before her demise,” the statement read.
The family said they have accepted her death as God’s design and that they see it “as a function of a race of life well finished”.
‘‘Burial arrangements will be announced in due course,” the statement further read.
Rachel’s fluency in Yoruba language earned her slots in Yoruba movies. The Delta native became a household name after starring in the Yoruba classic family drama, Owo Blow.
She is survived by three children, grandchildren among others.
