SO SAD!! Popular Nollywood Actor Ayobami Olabiyi Is Dead

Popular Nollywood Actor Ayobami Olabiyi Is Dead

The Nigerian film industry mourns the loss of veteran actor Ayobami Olabiyi, who has reportedly died on Wednesday in Ibadan, Oyo State. Known for his significant contributions to the Yoruba movie industry, Olabiyi was a respected figure whose work captivated audiences.

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Olabiyi’s passing follows a prolonged battle with illness that necessitated his admission to the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan. In the days leading up to his death, the actor faced severe health challenges, reportedly losing his ability to move or speak.

The news of Olabiyi’s death was confirmed by Bose Akinola, the chairperson of the Oyo State Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), who released a statement late Wednesday to share this tragic development with fans and colleagues alike.

Olabiyi’s contributions to Nollywood will be remembered, and he will be sorely missed by his peers and fans across the

“We announce the death of our TAMPAN National General Secretary, Chief Alhaji Musadshir Ayobami Olabiyi ‘Bobo B.’

“May God give entire TAMPAN members globally and his family the fortitude to bear the loss,” he said.