THE LION STILL ROARS: Why You Should Stop Killing Pete Edochie on Social Media!

The “Lion of Africa” has officially outlived another internet rumor! Today, February 10, 2026, the digital streets were once again cluttered with the “RIP” hashtags and somber black-and-white photos of the legendary Chief Pete Edochie. But we have some news for the clickbait merchants: Okonkwo is going nowhere! The Man With Nine Lives? If we believed everything we read on Facebook and WhatsApp, Pete Edochie would be the most resurrected man in human history. For over 20 years, these hoaxes have surfaced like clockwork.

His son, Uche Edochie, once joked that his father has “died” at least 100 times online. This latest wave of fake news is just another desperate attempt to harvest likes and shares using the name of a living legend.Why the “Lion” Is Still King At 78, Pete Edochie isn’t just surviving; he’s thriving as the moral compass of Nollywood. Whether he’s dropping heavy Igbo proverbs or guiding the next generation of actors (including his sons Yul and Linc), his presence remains unmatched.Fact: He is alive, well, and likely laughing at the latest rumors from his home.

Legacy: From Things Fall Apart (1987) to his latest 2025 cameos, he remains the undisputed “Ebube Dike” of the screen.

The Legal Side: Can We Sue the Trolls?In Nigeria, spreading such malicious falsehoods isn’t just “cruise”—it can be a crime. Under the Cybercrimes Act, the “knowingly” sending of false messages for the purpose of causing annoyance, inconvenience, or needless anxiety can land a person in legal hot water. While the legend usually ignores the noise, the law has teeth for those who push it too far!

The Blogger’s Take: Let’s give the man his flowers while he can still smell them! Pete Edochie is a national treasure, and these recurring hoaxes are a disservice to his legacy.

Let’s use our data for something better—like rewatching his classic movies!” A man who hangs around a beautiful girl without saying a word will end up fetching water for the guests at her wedding.” — Classic Edochie. Don’t be the person fetching water! What’s your favorite Pete Edochie movie? Drop it in the comments below! 👇