The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran actor and producer Solomon Akiyesi.
His passing was confirmed by Abubakar Yakubu, President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), who disclosed that the actor died in Abuja after reportedly going to bed and not waking up.
According to Yakubu, Akiyesi’s body has been deposited in a morgue in the Federal Capital Territory, while the guild awaits further details from his family regarding the circumstances surrounding his death.
A Career Spanning Decades
Akiyesi, who hailed from Ososo in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State, began his acting career in the late 1990s and went on to feature in more than 100 films.
Over the years, he built a reputation as a versatile performer, appearing in productions such as: Marry Who You Love, Kiss My Pain, Joy of Nakasha, Heart of a Saint, Deadly Affair, Gen Z Wife, Olaedo The Fisher Girl, Pretty Liars, The End Is Near, and Desperate Ladies.
Tributes Pour In
Following news of his death, colleagues, fans, and well-wishers have taken to social media to pay tribute to the late actor, celebrating his contributions to the growth of Nollywood.
His passing marks the loss of a seasoned figure in the industry, remembered for his extensive body of work and lasting impact on Nigerian cinema.
