By Akinwale Kasali
Oyewole Olowomojuore, Veteran Nigerian Actor, popular as Baba Gebu has bid the world farewell.
The Actor passed on after a brief illness.
The news of his death was announced by Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Kunle Afod, through a post on his verified Instagram page.
Afod disclosed that the veteran thespian died on Tuesday after a brief illness.
In a heartfelt tribute, Afod described Baba Gebu as “a great legend” whose contributions to the Nigerian film industry, especially Yoruba-language cinema, left an enduring legacy.
Afod wrote on his social media page, ““It saddens my heart as I announce the passing away of our great legend, a great actor who passed away this evening after a brief illness… BABA GEBU, may your soul rest in peace,” he wrote.
Baba Gebu had a long and distinguished career spanning several decades, featuring in numerous Yoruba film productions and mentoring many rising stars in the industry.
It would be recalled that Baba Gebu lost his Wife in 2024, before his death this week.
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