Actress Adaora Ukoh has opted to forego her birthday photoshoot as a gesture of respect towards her colleagues, such as Junior Pope, Mr Ibu, Zulu Adigwe, Amaeachi Muonagor, and others.

The actress, who marked the occasion of her birthday on Saturday, disclosed that she had arranged for a photoshoot but regrettably had to abandon it due to the significant number of losses within the entertainment industry.

Nevertheless, Adaora Ukoh did convey her gratitude to the divine for bestowing upon her another year of life.

Adaora Ukoh wrote: “Look who added a YEAR today.

It’s My Birthday Guys. Happy Birthday to ME! I’m embracing the day and celebrating my life, which is full of hope, joy and happiness.

“As I celebrate another year of life, I’m grateful for the unique path I’ve walked and excited for where it leads next.- like this wish for its focus on life as a unique journey, emphasizing both gratitude and anticipation for the future.

“PS.. Planned a shoot and many things I couldn’t (sic) carry thru. One too many industry loss All want today is to celebrate GRACE, appreciate God today for the gift of Life and how far he brought ME. Spread LOVE always. All we need in this life is LOVE.”

Mr Ibu passed away on the 2nd of March following a period of illness that ultimately resulted in the amputation of his leg.

Amaechi, renowned for his comedic portrayals in movies, succumbed to kidney disease on the 24th of March after a prolonged struggle.

Junior Pope met his demise in April 10 as a result of drowning in a boating mishap alongside fellow crew members while returning from a filming site.

Zulu Adigwe breathed his last on Tuesday subsequent to battling an undisclosed illness.