Nollywood actor, Fadeyi Oloro is dead

Nigerian actor Ojo Arowosafe, popularly known as Fadeyi Oloro, has died at the age of 65.

The actor, who gained fame during the cinematic era for his antagonistic roles and energetic recitation of incantations in Yoruba movies, had battled an undisclosed ailment for a couple of years.

The news of his death was confirmed by his daughter, Fasunwon Bidemi Oluwafunke. Arowosafe had recently appealed for financial assistance to help foot his medical bills during a live Instagram session with Daddy Freeze, a media personality.

His plea attracted the attention of Tobi Adegboyega, the UK-based Nigerian pastor of SPAC Nation, who gifted him the sum of N3 million. Daddy Freeze also disclosed that some unnamed persons supported Fadeyi with an additional N261,000.

Born on September 15, 1957, in Igbara Odo, Ekiti, Arowosafe gained fame during the cinematic era for his antagonistic roles and energetic recitation of incantations in Yoruba movies.

He featured in hundreds of films like ‘Alagbara Ilu’, ‘Jagun Ina’, ‘Inu Bibi’, and ‘IJA Abija’. Others included ‘Osimi Ika’, ‘Adani Lori’, ‘Fitu Fona’, ‘Ruke Rudo’, ‘Bola Ele’, and ‘Ade Ogun’.

In December 2021, the coalition for a better Nigeria called on well-meaning Nigerians to support the Yoruba actor in salvaging his ailing health. The outpouring of love and support from well-wishers was heartwarming, but unfortunately, it was not enough to save his life.

The news of his passing has sent shock waves across the entertainment industry and the country as a whole, as many Nigerians have taken to social media to express their condolences and pay tribute to the late actor.

Arowosafe’s contribution to the Nigerian film industry cannot be overstated. His unique style and unforgettable performances will forever be etched in the memories of those who were fortunate enough to have watched him on screen. He was truly a legend of his time.

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