By Akinwale Kasali
Less than 10 days after Nollywood Actor, Taiwo Hassan, popular as Ogogo, died of Cancer, a fast rising Nollywood Actress, Atinuke Kareen has died of breast cancer.
Announcing her passing, the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria, TAMPAN, Ogun State Chapter’s Executive Governor, Owolabi Ajasa, disclosed that she died of breast cancer.
The statement was accompanied by a video clip of Kareem seeking support and prayers during her battle with breast cancer, highlighting the physical toll of the illness on her.
The deceased had said in the video clip, “I’m a breast cancer patient. It has been going on for a while. My family has spent a lot of money; I’ve come to seek help.
“The association I belong to, TAMPAN, has tried too, but it’s not enough.
“Don’t allow me to die this way; I have two young children. Nigerians, please help me with any amount you can use to help”, she sobbed intermittently as she sought for financial help.
In the release signed by the State Public Relations Officer, Femi Solaja, on behalf of Ajasa, the association expressed deep appreciation to colleagues, fans, and well-wishers who provided financial and moral support during the actress’s medical battle.
“We sincerely appreciate everyone who contributed financially, offered prayers, encouragement, and support towards the treatment of our dear colleague, Atinuke Remilekun Kareem.
“Your kindness and sacrifice during her difficult moment meant so much to her family and all of us. We are deeply grateful”.
The Ogun State Chapter of TAMPAN further expressed sorrow over her demise, describing it as an irrecoverable loss that members must accept as the will of God.
“Sadly, despite all our efforts and prayers, Atinuke has passed on and answered the final call.
“We cannot question the Almighty God. We can only submit to His will and pray that He grants her eternal rest and gives her family, colleagues, and loved ones the strength to bear this painful loss. Rest in peace, Atinuke Remilekun Kareem,” the statement concluded.
No doubt, the past few weeks has been tough for the Yoruba Movie Industry as they have lost three actors in the space of 10 days.
First was Ogogo who died of Stage Four Cancer, Alabi Ogundepo and now Atinuke Kareem.
Recently, veteran actor, Musiliu Dasofunjo, popularly known as Baba Johunomi announced his battle with Prostate Cancer, urging colleagues and Nigerians to prioritize their health.
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