GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that a popular Nollywood actor, Otunba Ayobami Olabiyi, also known as Bobo B is dead. He reportedly passed away in Ibadan, Oyo state after a brief illness. Until his death, Olabiyi was the former governor of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) in Oyo state and its current…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that veteran Nollywood actor, Emmanuel France has passed away at the age of 80. The cause of his death remains unclear. The news was announced by filmmaker Femi Ogedengbe on his social media page. Ogedengbe recalled working closely with France, including a memorable trip to Tanzania in 2006. They collaborated on several…
The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, is in shock following the sudden demise of veteran actor, Big Lary. The cause of his death is yet to be ascertained. Big Lary, known for his impressive performances in numerous films, was a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. His passing has sent shockwaves through the Nollywood community, with…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the Nollywood has lost Shina Sanyaolu, a Nigerian producer and director famous in the Yoruba film industry, is dead. Bolaji Amusan, the president of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), confirmed Sanyaolu’s demise via an Instagram post on Wednesday. “Sleep well uncle Shina Sanyaolu,” he wrote….
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that death has rocked Nollywood again, with the death of Yoruba actor, Yusuf Olorungbebe. The actor died after battling with a chronic ailment. . Yusuf’s death was announced Wednesday morning by popular actress Foluke Daramola on Instagram. We lost YUSUF OLORUNGBEBE. We submit to God’s will. Thank you everyone!” She wrote. This…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that Ifeanyi, the son of ace Nollywood actor, Francis Duru, is dead. The thespian made this known in a post via his Instagram page on Thursday morning. Duru said he would forever miss and love his son but failed to disclose the circumstances that led to his death. He wrote, “My champ!!my…