Ghana has been thrown into a state of shock and sorrow following reports of the passing of Kumasi-based actor Bishop Bernard Nyarko.
News of his sudden demise was confirmed by musician, ace radio presenter and DJ, Andy Dosty.
"Oh Lord, I don't want to believe you're gone. God be with you my friend," an Instagram post by Andy Dosty read Saturday evening.
The cause of Bishop Nyarko's death is currently unknown.
Exactly a month ago, he was reported to have said he has quit acting and nothing will make him rescind the decision.
He became a full-time pastor to spread the word of God and win souls for his Maker. According to reports, the actor ditched acting for the gospel after he was hit with an unknown illness.
Bishop Nyarko, in a viral video was heard telling his congregation that he has decided to follow the steps of actor Majid Michelle, stressing that the movie industry is full of evil.
“I have stopped because it’s full of evil. Every day, you would meet different people; every day, you would see different girls. All of them want you to become their friends and some of them are coming from the marine sea, they should take their movie,” he said.
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Few months ago Bishop Bernard Nyarko made it clear that he is no more into acting after suffering from a sickness ( he stated that the Kumawood is full of evils ) and hence he’s into full time Ministry.
— -KIMLYKESSEHONLINE.COM (@KimlykessehOnli) May 2, 2020
Some of his preaching#KimlykessehOnline pic.twitter.com/8mkcQGBpib
This year ankasa ibi bad luck????
— Infant Gambino ???????? (@kristian_wale) May 2, 2020
R.I.P Bishop Bernard Nyarko aka Ghana Lukaku????????... You'll forever be in our hearts ?? pic.twitter.com/zKAvWpJEsK
Bishop Bernard Nyarko..... Wow!
— Nækua (@NanaAkuaTachie) May 2, 2020
Life !!!!
Reminds me of "Someday, we'll all die. But on all other days, we'll live"
While you have life, make it a point to live it well.
I didn't just love Bernard Nyarko as an actor, I insanely liked his personality. What a great man he was, RIP sire ??????????????????????????????
— Meek Phil ???????????????????????? (@Meek_PhilGH) May 2, 2020
Oo no I can’t believe Bishop Bernard Nyarko is also gone...what’s happening to this world????????????
— antwi_junior (@antwi_junior91) May 2, 2020
Whaaatttt!!! I've never been this shocked! Bishop Bernard Nyarko!#RestInPeace hmmm
— Miss ???? Cheery (@J_flawlessP) May 2, 2020
Bishop Bernard Nyarko That We All Celebrated This Week For His Magnificent Work He Does In Kumawood Movies
— You Say Watin? (@AgyeiEm67464611) May 2, 2020
Right Now Y’all Saying He’s Dead,Like Wtf Goin On????????????? pic.twitter.com/cGIjXG9SGJ
We expect it but when it comes it takes us by surprise. Death! Bishop Bernard Nyarko, a pastor and Kumawood Actor is reported dead. May he Rest In Peace!!! pic.twitter.com/6Iw8GmCQHi
— Bernard (@IamBernardBrown) May 2, 2020
Rest In Peace Bernard Nyarko. Life is too short man, today you are there, tomorrow you are gone. Treat anybody you meet very well, spend time with those you love. We are not promised tomorrow. Rest well legend, your name remains????????.
— BORLA BOY (@AmericanBorla) May 2, 2020