Tag: Death
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Michael Jackson’s Ex-wife, Lisa Marie Dies at 54
American songwriter and Micheal Jackson’s former wife, Lisa Marie-Presley, has died at age 54. Reports say Lisa Presley, the late Elvis Presley’s only child, passed away ... -
Nigerians react to the death of Davido’s 3-year-old son
The rumoured death of Ifeanyi Adeleke, son of popular music artist Davido and his fiancée, Chioma Rowland, sent the internet into a frenzy on Monday evening. ... -
Netflix star, David Arnold has died at age 54
David A. Arnold, a comedian and Netflix star, died at the age of 54, according to his family. The Fuller House writer died from ‘natural causes’ at ... -
Robbers shoot Timaya’s manager in United States
Nigerian singer, Timaya, has confirmed the passing of Nnamdi, his manager and best friend, who was shot dead in Atlanta at a gas station. Around nine o’clock on Wednesday night, the 38-year-old stopped at the BP station located at Atlantic Drive and 14th Street NW, close to Georgia Tech. He had been in the store’s queue for a few minutes when he saw some people attempting to get into his automobile. One of the men shot him as he raced outside the shop to approach them. He was taken to the hospital right away but later died from his wounds. Police claim that the suspects, who are still on the loose after the incident, were spotted driving away in a gray four-door sedan and traveling west on 14th Street NW. Timaya paid his respects to the dead on Twitter where he confirmed his death. He stated that he had only recently made up with his pal before the sad incident. In his words: “I can’t believe I came to America to bury my best friend. Nnamdi why? And ... -
Anne Heche dies at 53
Hollywood actress, Anne Heche has died at age 53. Her relatives removed the life support, and she passed away as a result. A statement from her ... -
Filmmaker, Otu Njama passes away hours after losing colleague, Biyi Bandele
Filmmaker Otu Njama passed suddenly on Tuesday, August 9, in the late hours, plunging the entertainment industry into yet another state of mourning. Around 9 o’clock at night, Otu, in his thirties, was discovered dead in his home in Lagos state’s First Unity estate’s Badore, Ajah neighborhood. He reportedly visited the hospital for a checkup and was instructed to relax because of his high blood pressure, which was said to be 200. However, he was unable to do so because he has a performance on Thursday, August 11. According to reports, he stopped by the neighborhood tavern he owns. He went home after having dinner with his staff and told them that he didn’t want to be disturbed. Hours later, his lifeless body was tragically discovered in his residence. Judith, his sister, who confirmed the tragic incident, claimed a blood pressure medication was discovered in his flat, but she was not aware of his medical conditions. Otu passed away just a day after he joined his Nollywood colleagues in mourning their beloved colleague, renowned director, Biyi Bandele, on social media. According to a statement sent by the family on Tuesday morning, August 9, Bandele passed away in Lagos on Sunday, August 7, 2022, at the age of 54. His coworkers also verified Bandele’s passing, expressing shock and sorrow as they posted a picture of him to mourn him. Shaibu Husseini wrote: “Sad day globally for the theatre and ... -
Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi’s 48-year-old son passes on
Renowned juju singer, Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, has lost his 48-year-old son, Olayinka Olalekan Obey-Fabiyi. Olayinka, who passed away on Friday, was reportedly buried on Saturday. The cause of his death is yet unknown as of the time this report was made. -
Fuji House actress, Sola Onayiga is dead
Veteran Nollywood actress, Sola Onayiga, popularly known as ‘Kitchen Practical’ has been confirmed dead. The news of her death was made public by Founder of Best ... -
Nollywood Director, Wasiu Onitilo is dead
Nollywood director Wasiu Onitilo is dead. Femi Ogundoro, the founder and CEO of the entertainment company, Maxima, announced Onitilo’s passing in a Facebook post. On Sunday, the film director passed away. The reason for his passing, though, is yet unknown. In a heartfelt homage, Ogundoro called the death of the director known as “Baba Was” “painful.” Additionally, he recalled his pleasant memories of the deceased. -
Actor who won 2022 AMVCA, dies from fatal accident
Joy Onuorah Edgard Leroy, the actor who won the award for the Best Indigenous Movie (Yoruba) Category, at the last AMVCA, has been announced dead. According ...