Nigerian Celebrities Who Passed Away in 2024 A Tribute to Our Icons

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As we approach the end of 2024, we reflect on the profound loss the Nigerian entertainment industry has faced in the past nine months. We have bid farewell to some of our most cherished icons, whose contributions have left an indelible mark on our hearts and our screens. Here are the Nigerian celebrities who sadly passed away in 2024: • Deji Aderemi (Olofa Ina) • On January 4, 2024, veteran actor Deji Aderemi, also known as Olofa Ina, passed away at the age of 73 after battling an undisclosed illness. He was a pioneer in the industry, forming the Olofa Ina Theatre Group in 1972 before starting his film career in 1980. His death was announced by Nollywood actor Saheed Balogun on Instagram. • Jimi Solanke • Renowned Nollywood actor and dramatist Jimi Solanke passed away on February 5, 2024, at the age of 81 after a brief illness. He had been in and out of the hospital since December 2023 and passed away while being transported to Babcock University Teaching Hospital. Jimi's legacy includes notable films such as Kongi’s Harvest and Sango. • Ethel Aderemi-Ekpe • Actress and media personality Ethel Aderemi-Ekpe, best known for her role as Segi in the sitcom Basi and Company, passed away on February 7, 2024, after a battle with cancer. Her passing was announced by Shaibu Husseini, the executive director of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB). • Tolani Quadri Oyebamiji (Sisi Quadri) • Sisi Quadri, known for his charismatic performances in films such as Seniyan Seranko and Ebudola, passed away on March 1, 2024, at the age of 44 after battling an illness. He recently starred in the Netflix original Aníkúlápó: Rise of the Spectre. • John Okafor (Mr Ibu) • Beloved comic actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, passed away at the age of 62 on March 2, 2024, following a cardiac arrest. He had undergone multiple surgeries and amputations before his death at Evercare Hospital in Lagos. • Adejumoke Oreoluwa Aderounmu • Nollywood actress Adejumoke Oreoluwa Aderounmu, known for her role as 'Esther' in Jenifa's Diary, passed away on March 7, 2024. Her brother announced her passing on Instagram. She began her acting career in the film Arugba in 2008. • Amaechi Muonagor • Actor Amaechi Muonagor, born on August 20, 1962, passed away on March 24, 2024, at the age of 61 after battling kidney disease, diabetes, and a stroke. He was known for his role in Aki and Paw Paw. • Junior Pope Odonwodo (Jnr Pope) • Junior Pope Odonwodo passed away on March 10, 2024, during a tragic boat trip in Asaba. He gained fame with the film Secret Adventures and starred in many others, including Honey Money and Wrong Initiation. • Dayo Adewunmi (Sule Suebebe) • Veteran actor Dayo Adewunmi, known as Sule Suebebe, passed away on June 12, 2024, in Ibadan. Pastor Ademola Amusan, known as Agbala Gabriel, announced his death. • Share your thoughts in the comments below, and please don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe. Turn on the notification bell for more content. Follow us on our social media pages at Naija News TV for more informative updates like this. • #naijanewstv #naijanews #nollywoodactorswhodiedin2024 #nollywoodactorswhodiedrecently #nollywoodactorswhodiedin2023 • You can also connect with us through the following channels: • ▶ Blog: https://www.naijanews.com • ▶ Facebook: / officialnaijanews • ▶ Twitter: / naijanews • ▶ Instagram: / naijanews_com

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