- He also appealed to the public to stop sending donations to the previously circulated account number
- In the clip, he spoke about battling serious health challenges and facing unstable living conditions
- He was admired for his unique comedic delivery, often blending English, Yoruba, and his Ekiti dialect
Nollywood comic actor and skit maker, Bamidele ‘Okemesi’ Oluwatope, has passed away.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the entertainer slipped into a coma after experiencing complications linked to medication administered during a recent hospital admission, according to close associates.
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The news of his death was confirmed on Tuesday night by fellow actor, Jeff ‘Tony Montana’ Owolewa, in a video shared on Instagram. He disclosed that Okemesi was pronounced dead at 11:50 a.m. on February 24, 2026.
Speaking in the video, Tony Montana announced the development on behalf of the family, stating that the late actor’s body had been deposited in the morgue. He expressed appreciation to everyone who offered financial and moral support during Okemesi’s illness, praying for blessings upon those who contributed.
He also appealed to the public to stop sending donations to the previously circulated account number, noting that it would be deactivated to prevent further transactions.
Before his death, the actor’s deteriorating health had sparked concern after a viral video showed him seeking assistance. In the clip, he spoke about battling serious health challenges and facing unstable living conditions.
Okemesi linked his prolonged illness to spiritual causes. He explained that he initially received treatment at Island Hospital before relocating to Osogbo, Osun State, where he said prayers and spiritual support aided his partial recovery.
The late entertainer built a strong following through comedy skits, social media content, and appearances at talent competitions, including the De9jaSpirit Talent Hunt, where his performances attracted widespread attention.
He was admired for his unique comedic delivery, often blending English, Yoruba, and his Ekiti dialect. His film credits include roles in productions such as “Dearest” by Kunle Afod, as well as “Aborisade,” “Mebamu,” and “The Order”.
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