The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of popular Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba.
News of her passing was announced on Wednesday by fellow actor Alesh Sanni through an emotional message shared on his Instagram page.
Expressing grief over the loss, Sanni described the late actress as a dear friend and colleague, recalling the memorable moments they shared together.
He wrote that he had been unable to sleep since hearing about her death and prayed for her peaceful repose.
The actor’s announcement sparked an outpouring of tributes from colleagues, fans and well-wishers across social media, many of whom described Osoba as a talented performer whose contributions to the Yoruba movie industry would not be forgotten.
As of the time of filing this report, the cause of the actress’s death had not been made public.
Osoba was widely recognised for her appearances in several Yoruba-language Nollywood productions, where she earned admiration for her acting skills and dedication to the craft.
Over the years, she built a reputation as one of the familiar faces in the industry and remained respected among colleagues and audiences alike.
Her death marks another loss for the Nigerian entertainment industry, which has witnessed the passing of several notable figures in recent years.
Further details regarding funeral arrangements and official statements from family members were still being awaited as of press time.
