Temitope Osoba, a popular Nollywood actor, has died at the age of forty.
Alesh Sanni, a fellow actor, announced her death on Wednesday in an emotional post on Instagram.
Sanni expressed his anguish over the loss, stating that he had been unable to sleep since learning of the actress’ death, characterising her as a dear sister with whom he had many memories.
He wrote, “Couldn’t sleep since last night, it’s well. Rest in peace my dearest sister, Temitope Osoba. We had amazing time and good memories together, till we meet again. I really dunno what to say mehn, gosh.”
Also griefing, another actor, Adeyemo Seilat wrote on her Instagram reel, “Sigh! I hate to hear about the death of young people. Life is vanity! Rest in peace Tope Osoba. May you find eternal rest.”
As of the time of reporting this article, the cause of Osoba’s death has not been disclosed.
Temitope Osoba died around two years after she revealed her cancer diagnosis and sought public support for treatment.
Following her recovery, the actress announced her comeback to the film industry in an emotional statement to fans, describing her cancer treatment as a life-changing journey that altered her life and profession on August 4, 2025.
Backstory…
Temitope Osoba’s reported death comes after a widely publicised battle with breast cancer that inspired an outpouring of support from colleagues, fans and well-wishers across Nigeria.
In late 2024, the Nollywood actress appealed for financial assistance after undergoing surgery, with fellow actors and members of the public rallying to raise funds for her treatment. She later shared her recovery journey, speaking openly about discovering the illness through self-examination and encouraging women to prioritise early detection and regular medical check-ups.
