Ikechukwu Nnadi, popularly known as Andy Best, is reportedly dead.

He was confirmed dead at a private clinic in Owerri, the Imo State capital, on Tuesday, March 19, after a prolonged ailment.

Mr Seun Oloketuyi, the convener of the Best of Nollywood awards, announced Andy Best’s death via Instagram.

He wrote: “Andy Best, a top Nollywood producer and marketer, is dead.

“He died in an Owerri hospital today.”

Andy Best was the Chief Executive Officer of Andy Best Production and was behind the production of famous movies, including Lion of Africa, White Poison, My Father’s Cup, and many more.

He hailed from Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State.

His remains have been deposited at the Aladinma Mortuary in Owerri.