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Yomi Obileye Is Dead by MillerBenz(op): 4:26pm On Apr 24, 2020

Nollywood has lost yet another talent following reports that veteran actor Yomi Obileye is dead.

News of the screen star’s death was announced by comedian Gbenga Adeyinka who took to social media to share a tribute.

It is gathered that the late Obileye died in the early hours of Friday, April 24, 2020 from an undisclosed ailment.

Eulogising the actor, Gbenga Adeyinka wrote:

“If tears could build a stairway and memories were a lane, we would walk right up to heaven and bring you back again.

Rest In Peace Uncle Yomi OBILEYE . Thanks for the memories. I can’t help but want to watch “HOSTAGES” again. Sleep well Egbon and May God give your family and fans the fortitude to bear the loss.”

Known for his role Tade Ogidan’s 1997 film ‘Hostages’ as well as the soap opera ‘Palace,’ he has acted alongside other veteran Nollywood stars like Liz Benson, Jide Kosoko, Antar Laniyan, Dayo Adeneye, Jide Alabi, Tunji Bamishigbin.

He also starred in “Head Gone” in which he played the character Dr. Smith. A comedy, “Head Gone” is a reflection of the globally accepted truism that a thin line separates sanity and insanity.

He was the elder brother to Taiwo Obileye, broadcaster cum actor.

Taiwo is famous for his roles in films like Chief Daddy (2018) and Tales of Eve: Thanks for Coming (2015).

In 2020, the Nigerian film industry has lost stars like Pa Kasumu, Frank Dallas, Jennifer Omole and Rasheed Abu to mention some.

https://m.guardian.ng/life/veteran-nollywood-actor-yomi-obileye-is-dead/

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Nigeriawarlord(m): 4:28pm On Apr 24, 2020

RIP

NigeriaWarlord........For The Defense Of The Nation

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by irunoko(m): 4:34pm On Apr 24, 2020

Nigeria is really loosing veterans and pioneers of nollywood in Nigeria

What do we really value in this country?

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by ChristineC: 5:03pm On Apr 24, 2020

is this a period of death?

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by ForeThinker: 5:03pm On Apr 24, 2020

RIP

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by sojayy(m): 5:04pm On Apr 24, 2020

Bad news everywhere....

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by FocusedDiva(f): 5:04pm On Apr 24, 2020

So sad right now! May God rest his soul and comfort his family.

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by IamRotimi: 5:04pm On Apr 24, 2020

Rest on sir.

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by naptu2: 5:04pm On Apr 24, 2020

He wasn't just a Nollywood actor. He was the voice of state events on the NTA for decades. He and his younger brother Taiwo. He was the regular commentator at events like the Independence Day parade, the Command Performance, etc. He and Julie Coker were a perfect pair.

He always did his home work well before any event. He would know the name of the commander, know what was meant to happen next and even know the name of the parade commander's horse and how many times it had participated in similar events.

May his soul rest in peace.

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Menance: 5:04pm On Apr 24, 2020

I don't even know him and have no business with coneheads..
but Rip and rest well.

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Slawormir: 5:04pm On Apr 24, 2020

Damnnnnn niggarrr

Rest in peace

We were born to die

And death is only the beginning

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by ignis: 5:04pm On Apr 24, 2020

The future of nollywood is bleak with the loss of industry veterans recently.

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Zchi1052(m): 5:04pm On Apr 24, 2020

Eya RIP to him
He tried his best

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Haymaykar(m): 5:04pm On Apr 24, 2020

These like the third celebrity that have died before the end of these year if am not mistaken... Oluwa show your son the way if na my village cultural dance I go go join.. RIP

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by EnglishUsa: 5:04pm On Apr 24, 2020

May his soul rest in peace

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by havenz(m): 5:04pm On Apr 24, 2020

I SO MUCH LOVE ALL HIS MOVIES... REST IN PEACE SIR.

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Yohh: 5:05pm On Apr 24, 2020

Sun re o
RIP

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by oodua1stson: 5:05pm On Apr 24, 2020

Goodnight and rest. at least he's old

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by TriCee: 5:05pm On Apr 24, 2020

Haaa, death everywhere! I hope it's not virus related.

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by phransix2: 5:05pm On Apr 24, 2020

His watch is over... We will all die someday... Goodnight Sir

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by hajyy(m): 5:05pm On Apr 24, 2020

Not popular...

RIP though

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Kaymaxi2222(m): 5:05pm On Apr 24, 2020

Haa

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Pedekunle(m): 5:05pm On Apr 24, 2020

Rest well

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Konji3368: 5:05pm On Apr 24, 2020

RIP

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by emimore: 5:05pm On Apr 24, 2020

RIP

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by sageprime(m): 5:05pm On Apr 24, 2020

RIP

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Nobody: 5:05pm On Apr 24, 2020

Rip Sir..........

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Arizonaz: 5:06pm On Apr 24, 2020

RIP

Something must kill a man. And death is the destiny of every living thing.

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by iyatrustee(f): 5:06pm On Apr 24, 2020

The first picture attached is Taiwo Obileye's. Yomi the deceased is his elder brother.

Op,kindly correct the error.

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Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Rayfield: 5:06pm On Apr 24, 2020

May his soul rest in peace.
Two death thread back to back.
God we look up to Thee.

Re: Yomi Obileye Is Dead by Weeliweeli(m): 5:07pm On Apr 24, 2020

Laeroy:
May his soul rest in peace

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I need foodstuffs ooo to continue living, I'm available to collect In Epe Lagos state.. My number is 0 9 0 6 5 6 6 6 4 5 2

Please save a soul

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