Nollywood actor Kelechi Udegbe has opened up about surviving a near-fatal car accident that occurred in Lagos in November 2023, describing it as a life-changing moment that deepened his faith in God.
The Officer Titus star shared the emotional story during an appearance on the “With Chude” podcast hosted by Chude Jideonwo, where he recalled how the tragic incident unfolded.
“That accident was crazy. I was with Gregory Ojefua, my guy. We just finished where we were. I asked him where hin dey go, and he said he was going through the Eko Bridge. I said I was going through Third Mainland. And that was it,” Udegbe said.
He explained that his last memory before the crash was parting ways with fellow actor Gregory Ojefua and heading toward the Third Mainland Bridge. Moments later, he blacked out and woke up in the hospital, unable to move his neck.
“The next thing I remember was waking up in hospital. I was like looking around and started asking what is going on? I said I was supposed to be on set. The next thing was seeing a bandage around my neck. I could not turn my neck. I was told to calm down. I did not know what was going on,” he added.
Reflecting on the experience, the actor said the ordeal transformed his spiritual life.
“I would say before the accident, I was a Christian. I believe in God, pray, and all that. Since the accident, my conversation with God, my belief in God is a notch higher.”
Following the crash, Kelechi took to social media to express gratitude to God for giving him a second chance at life.
Born in Imo State, Kelechi Udegbe began his acting career in 2009 and is widely recognized for his standout roles in Behind the Smile, Ojuju, and the hit comedy series Officer Titus.
