Kannywood Mourns The Death Of Veteran Filmmaker Bature Zambuk

The Kannywood film industry has lost one of its own. The Hausa film community was thrown into mourning following the death of veteran filmmaker, director and actor, Bature Zambuk.

Zambuk, an indigene of Gombe State and former manager of popular Kannywood star Adam A. Zango, died yesterday in Bauchi after a prolonged illness that reportedly led to blindness and physical complications. His passing has been described as a huge loss to the industry.

Reactions from colleagues:

Veteran Kannywood actor Bello Muhammad Bello, popularly known as General BMB, announced the sad news with grief. He wrote, “Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un. It is with sadness that I announce the death of a brother and colleague, Bature Zambuk, former manager of Adam A. Zango, director and actor, who died yesterday in Bauchi. R.I.P Bature Zambuk.”

Filmmaker Safifullah Isyaku Safzor paid tribute to his former boss, describing his death as a great loss. He said, “Rest in peace, my Oga Bature Zambuk. Your passing is a great loss. You will forever be remembered for the impact you made and the lives you touched.”

Actor and Executive Director of the Kano State Censorship Board, Abba El-Mustapha, also mourned the late filmmaker. He wrote, “Rest in peace Bature Zambuk. A great filmmaker. Kannywood will surely miss you.”

Renowned actor and filmmaker Ali Nuhu described him as a nice colleague. In his short tribute, he said, “Adieu Bature Zambuk, he was such a nice colleague.”

Kannywood actor Babasadiq expressed shock over the death and reflected on the lessons of life. He wrote, “Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un! Life is scary! Bature Zambuk, an indigene of Gombe State, manager of Adam A. Zango, a renowned actor and director, died after battling an illness that led to blindness and physical weakness. Indeed, life is full of lessons. Whatever the world gives you, one day you will part with it. This should serve as a reminder to all of us. We extend our condolences to his family, relatives and friends. We pray that Allah grants them the fortitude to bear this great loss and guides us all to what pleases Him.”