Veteran Nollywood Actor Elegbeje Ado is dead

Veteran Nollywood Actor Elegbeje Ado is dead

Taiwo Adeshina, an acclaimed Nigerian actor regarded for his roles as a herbalist and traditional priest underneath the level call ‘Elegbeje Ado,’ has died.

Kunle Afod, a film big name, discovered his loss of life on Tuesday through an Instagram post.

Afod defined Adeshina as a “legend” in the Yoruba film industry, applauding his progressive effect on Nigerian filmmaking.

He also expressed condolences to the actor’s family, friends, and lovers.

“We remorse to announce the passing of one of the legends of the Yoruba Nollywood industry, Baba Elegbeje Ado,” he stated.

“Your terrific contribution to the development of Yoruba cinema, your talent, and the pleasure you presented to countless lives may be remembered all the time.

“thank you for the splendid recollections and legacy you have left behind. might also your soul rest in whole peace.

Our sincere condolences are despatched for your own family, pals, coworkers, and lovers for the duration of this hard time. relaxation in peace, Baba Elegbeje Ado. “Your legacy will stay on forever.”

Adeshina rose to prominence within the past due Eighties, organising a successful profession that lasted over two many years.

He appeared in almost one hundred movies, along with masterpieces like Akeke (Scorpion), Oko Abiku, Kadara Mi, and Ageku Abela.

In 2016, he gave up appearing to dedicate his life to full-time pastoral ministry.

The funeral arrangements have not but been revealed.