Nollywood actor Baba Gebu dies after brief illness

Nigerian actor, Oyewole Olowomojuore, popularly known as Baba Gebu, has passed on after a brief illness. 

The news was announced by Nollywood actor and producer, Kunle Afod. 

Afod disclosed that the veteran actor died on Tuesday, Nov. 11, after a brief illness. 

The filmmaker described Baba Gebu as a “great legend” who succumbed to an undisclosed ailment after a short battle. 

He wrote, “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.” 
 

In 2024, the late actor spoke publicly about the passing of his wife, revealing that returning to acting helped him cope with grief and avoid depression.

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