The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of popular Yoruba Nollywood actor and producer, Temitope Osoba, at the age of 40.
News of her passing emerged on Wednesday after fellow actor Alesh Sanni shared an emotional tribute on Instagram, expressing shock and grief over the loss.
In his post, Sanni described Osoba as a dear sister and recalled the memorable moments they shared together.
Although the exact cause of her death had not been officially confirmed by her family as of the time of filing this report, several media reports linked her passing to complications following her well-publicised battle with breast cancer.
Following months of treatment and recovery, she announced her return to acting in 2025, describing the experience as a turning point that reshaped her life and inspired her to encourage others facing similar health challenges.
Known for her roles in several Yoruba-language films, Osoba earned admiration from colleagues and fans for her talent, resilience and dedication to the Nigerian movie industry.
Tributes have continued to pour in from actors, filmmakers and fans across social media, with many remembering her strength, warm personality and contributions to Nollywood.
Further details regarding her burial arrangements are yet to be announced by her family.
Hadizat Giwa