Nigeria’s film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran Nollywood actor and producer Solomon Akiyesi.
His death was confirmed on Monday, with the president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Abubakar Yakubu, stating that the actor passed away in his sleep on Sunday in Abuja.
According to the guild, Akiyesi reportedly “slept and did not wake up.” His remains have since been deposited at a morgue in the capital as the industry awaits further details from his family.
The circumstances surrounding his death have not yet been fully disclosed.
Akiyesi began his acting career in the late 1990s and went on to feature in more than 100 films, becoming a familiar face in Nollywood productions.
He is known for roles in movies such as Marry Who You Love, Deadly Affair, and Desperate Ladies.
News of his passing has triggered widespread tributes across social media, with colleagues and fans celebrating his contribution to the growth of Nigeria’s film industry.
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