Legendary Yoruba actor, Ayobami Mudashir Olabiyi, popularly known as Bobo B, is reportedly dead.
According to reports, Olabiyi, who was supposed to be on a movie set in Oyo last month, could not make it due to his deteriorating health.
He was admitted to the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan, Oyo State, where he was reportedly unable to speak or move before his death.
The heartbreaking news was made public by the Oyo State governor of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Yeye Bose Akinola, who confirmed that Olabiyi, until his death, was the National Secretary of TAMPAN and had previously served as the governor of the association in Oyo State.
In her statement, Akinola said, “I have a directive of the Oyo State TAMPAN governor, Her Excellency Yeye Bose Akinola, to announce the death of our TAMPAN National General Secretary, Chief Alhaji Musadshir Ayobami Olabiyi ‘Bobo B.’ May God give his family and the entire TAMPAN members globally the fortitude to bear the loss. Insha Allah, Amen.”
TAMPAN president Mr Latin also shared the sad news on his Instagram page last night, revealing that the veteran passed away on the 16th of October, 2024. Mr Latin described his death as a tremendous loss to the industry, as his dedication, leadership, and contributions have left an indelible mark on their organization. He encouraged the public to keep his family in their thoughts during their difficult times as he urged them to offer their support and strength.
“It is with a heavy heart that I inform you of the passing of our esteemed National Secretary, Alhaji Mudashiru Olabiyi, who departed from us today, 16th of October, 2024. This is a tremendous loss not only to our association but also to the entire creative community. His dedication, leadership, and contributions have left an indelible mark on our organization, and his absence will be deeply felt.
During this difficult time, I encourage all to keep His family in their thoughts and prayers. Let us come together as a community to offer our support and strength to one another.
May he rest in perfect peace”.
By Ezinne Okorie.
