Nigeria, Feb. 11 -- Leo Edochie, son of veteran actor Pete Edochie, has reacted to viral claims alleging that his father has died.

The rumours began circulating on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday after a user identified as D Great alleged that the actor was rushed to the hospital and later died under unspecified circumstances.

The user further claimed, falsely, that Edochie's eldest son confirmed the actor's death on Instagram.

D Great wrote: "Nollywood actor Pete Edochie have just passed away at the age of 78 after being rushed to the hospital last due to unknown circumstances. His elder son has confirmed the passing of Pete Edochie this morning on his IG. It was a tragic moment, he said, Rest in peace, sir."

The post quickly gained ...