Taiwo Adeshina, an acclaimed Nigerian actor known for his roles as a herbalist and traditional priest under the stage name ‘Elegbeje Ado,’ has died.
Kunle Afod, a movie star, revealed his death on Tuesday via an Instagram post.
Afod described Adeshina as a “legend” in the Yoruba film industry, applauding his revolutionary impact on Nigerian filmmaking.
Healsoexpressedcondolencestotheactor’sfamily,friends,andfans.
“WeregrettoannouncethepassingofoneofthelegendsoftheYorubaNollywoodindustry,BabaElegbejeAdo,”hesaid.
“Your great contribution to the advancement of Yoruba cinema, your talent, and the joy you offered to countless lives will be remembered forever.
“Thankyouforthewonderfulmemoriesandlegacyyouhaveleftbehind.Mayyoursoulrestincompletepeace.
Our sincere condolences are sent to your family, friends, coworkers, and fans during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Baba Elegbeje Ado. “Your legacy will live on forever.”
Adeshinarosetoprominenceinthelate1980s,establishingasuccessfulcareerthatlastedovertwodecades.
Heappearedinalmost100films,includingmasterpieceslikeAkeke(Scorpion),OkoAbiku,KadaraMi,andAgekuAbela.
In2016,hegaveupactingtodevotehislifetofull-timepastoralministry.
Thefuneralarrangementshavenotyetbeenrevealed.
