Popular Yoruba Nollywood actress, Omotola Odunsi, has has passed away, leaving fans and colleagues in shock from the shock of her unexpected death.
The sad news was shared by her colleague, actress Bakare Zainab, through a social media post. Although the cause of death was not disclosed, Zainab simply wrote: “Goodnight. Omotola rest well.”
Another actress, Ashabi, who shares a child with singer Portable, also expressed her deep sorrow.
In an Instagram message, she recalled their last encounter and the dreams they had discussed.
She wrote:
“Omoh dis one shock me oooo aunty Tola. You’re one of the best actors I’m rooting for. Saw you earlier this year when I was shooting Deputy and we promised to feature each other in our next project. But now, you laboured and didn’t wait to reap what life sef.
I remember nights you would chat to give me hope and advice. Most of your wishes we talked about didn’t even come true. GOD, we can’t question you oooo… death is deep.”
She was well-known for her role in the Yoruba film Lisabi, where she starred alongside actor Lateef Adedimeji. Her sudden death has left a deep void in the hearts of many in the film industry and among her fans.