By Akinwale Kasali
Veteran Actor, Lere Paimo, popular as Eda Onile Ola is alive, contrary to the news of his death which made the rounds on Saturday.
The Association of Nigeria Theatre Practitioners, ANTP, debunked the news of his passing in a statement.
In the statement issued on Saturday and endorsed by the association’s National Public Relations Officer, Adejonwo Oluwafemi, the ANTP clarified that the respected thespian, widely is alive and well.
The statement reads in part, “We would like to inform the public that reports circulating on Facebook about the passing of Chief Olalere OsunPaimo (MFR) are false.
“We have confirmed with Baba Eda Onile Ola’s wife that he is alive and in good health.
“Please disregard these false reports and be aware that they are being spread by unscrupulous individuals.”
Speaking further, the association appealed to the public to stop sharing unverified claims, stressing the need for responsible dissemination of information.
“We urge everyone to verify information before sharing to avoid spreading misinformation,” the statement said.
The rumoured news of his demise has thrown the Nollywood Industry into mourning, with the believe that it has lost one of its legendary actor and major stakeholders in the make believe Industry.
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