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Nollywood Actor Elegbeje Ado Is Dead
Jun 30, 2026 | Oluwar<a href="https://absafricatv.com/south-africa-on-edge-amid-anti/” title=”South Africa on edge amid anti”>antimi Oludase
Late Elegbeje Ado
Nollywood veteran pastor Taiwo Adeshina, popularly known as Elegbeje Ado has given up the ghost
Reports making the rounds indicated that the veteran actor passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, after a brief illness
Making the sad news public, Yoruba actor Kunle Afod shared it on his Instagram page, expressing his shock over the demise of the renowned actor
He thanked him for contributing immensely to the growth of the Yoruba movie industry, noting how the actor brought joy to countless lives
Appreciating him for his legacy, Kunle Afod prayed for the repose of his souls
He wrote:
“We regret to announce the passing of one of the legends of the Yoruba Nollywood industry, Baba Elegbeje Ado
Your immense contribution to the growth of Yoruba cinema, your talent, and the joy you brought to countless lives will never be forgotten
Thank you for the beautiful memories and the legacy you left behind. May your soul rest in perfect peace
Our heartfelt condolences go to your family, friends, colleagues, and fans during this difficult time
Rest in peace, Baba Elegbeje Ado. Your legacy lives on forever.”
