Nigerian skitmaker and content creator, Abisi Ezechukwu, known as Nastyblaq, has announced the passing of his mother. In a heartfelt Instagram post on Wednesday, Nastyblaq shared the sorrow that has overwhelmed his family in recent days.

“These past few days have been filled with nothing but sadness in my heart, concerning the passing of my beloved mother,” he wrote, praying for strength to heal from the loss.

Describing his mother as his “first love” and source of motivation, Nastyblaq expressed deep grief while finding comfort in the belief that she is in a better place.

Nastyblaq, who gained fame in 2018 for his skits, won the Comedian of the Year award at the 2020 City People Entertainment Awards.