Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has appealed to the public to help identify a man accused of stealing mobile phones during the service of songs held in honour of late actor Cjay Nwoks in Lagos.
Arukwe raised the alarm in an Instagram post on October 8, following the ceremony held on October 7, 2026, at a Redeemed Christian Church of God parish in Gbagada, Lagos. He alleged that the man stole phones belonging to filmmaker and fashion designer Rex Kingsley before leaving the venue.
“This man is wanted,” Arukwe wrote, claiming that closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage captured the individual during the alleged incident. He shared images of the man and urged anyone with relevant information about his identity or whereabouts to contact Kingsley.
The actor also encouraged social media users to circulate the photographs to help locate the alleged suspect. However, the man’s identity has not been publicly established, and the allegations have not been independently verified. It is also unclear from the reports whether the police have formally opened an investigation.
The incident has drawn attention online because it occurred during a gathering organised to honour a deceased member of Nigeria’s entertainment industry. The alleged theft has prompted discussions about security and the protection of guests’ personal belongings at public events.
The appeal also highlights how celebrities increasingly use social media to seek assistance from the public when reporting alleged crimes. While online posts can help circulate information quickly, allegations still require proper investigation and verification by the relevant authorities.
Cjay Nwoks, whose real name was reported as Chijioke Temidayo Nwokafor, died on September 30, 2026, in Lagos. His death prompted tributes from colleagues and associates in Nollywood. The service of songs brought members of the entertainment community together to pay their respects.
As calls for information continue, attention remains on efforts to identify the man and clarify what happened to the allegedly stolen phones.
