According to a video broadcast by @ruthkadiri on Instagram, Nollywood actress and movie producer Ruth Kadiri strongly dismissed false death rumors circulating on social video platforms. The filmmaker reassured her global fanbase that she is safe, healthy, and actively working on new film projects.
Addressing the viral false reports, *Kemi Filani News* quoted her direct words from the video: “I am alive and safe.” In tandem, *Gistlover* emphasized her call to action against unverified sensationalism, citing her statement that “People should be mindful of the harmful false narratives they spread online for views.”
False death hoaxes targeted at public figures remain a persistent issue across social media ecosystems. Ruth Kadiri’s quick public response directly refutes the disinformation and demonstrates the critical need for direct-to-audience verification in modern media.
Source: @ruthkadir — https://www.instagram.com/ruthkadiri/, September 6, 2026
Photo Credit: The Guardian
