RismadarVoice Reporters, August 5, 2026
Popular Nollywood actress, Temitope Osoba, is dead. Her death was announced on Wednesday by fellow actor, Alesh Sanni, in an emotional post on his Instagram page.
Expressing his grief, Sanni described the late actress as a dear sister, recalling the memorable moments they shared.
He wrote, “Couldn’t sleep since last night; it’s well. Rest in peace, my dearest sister, Temitope Osoba. We had an amazing time and good memories together, till we meet again.”
Another actress, Adeyemo Seilat, also mourned Osoba, describing her death as painful and praying for her eternal rest.
The cause of her death had not been disclosed as of the time of filing this report.
Osoba’s death comes about two years after she publicly revealed her battle with cancer and appealed for financial support for treatment.
Following her recovery, she announced her return to the movie industry in August 2025, describing her cancer journey as a life-changing experience that made her stronger and inspired her to promote cancer awareness and encourage others facing similar challenges.
She also expressed gratitude to those who supported her recovery and said she was ready to resume acting, endorsements and other professional engagements.
Temitope Osoba was widely known for her roles in several Yoruba-language Nollywood productions and was celebrated for her talent and resilience.
