- Popular Nollywood actor Adeshina Okiki Janmole has passed away following a tragic automobile accident.
- Veteran actor Akin Olaiya broke the news on Tuesday, sharing somber footage from the scene of the crash.
- The leadership of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) has extended its deep condolences, lamenting the monumental loss to the entertainment industry.
The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the sudden and tragic passing of actor Adeshina Okiki Janmole. According to emerging reports on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, the talented movie star lost his life in a fatal car accident.
While specific details surrounding the cause and exact location of the crash remain limited, Eko Hot Blog reports that the devastating news sent shockwaves through the Nollywood community as colleagues and fans struggled to process the abrupt loss.
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The incident was formally brought to public attention by veteran actor Akin Olaiya, who confirmed the tragedy by sharing a video from the accident scene on his social media platform.
Expressing profound grief over the untimely demise of his colleague, Olaiya offered Islamic prayers for the deceased, writing, “Inalilahi Wainalilahi Rojihuna. This is sad. Rest in peace, Adeshina Okiki Janmole.”.
The footage from the scene quickly drew emotional reactions from stakeholders across the movie industry, who expressed disbelief over the vulnerability of life.
Reacting to the heartbreaking news, the National President of TAMPAN, Bolaji Amusan (popularly known as Mr. Latin), issued an official statement praying for the repose of Janmole’s soul.
The association’s leader extended his heartfelt condolences to the immediate family, close friends, and professional colleagues of the deceased during this trying period.
Mr. Latin noted that the late actor’s presence would be greatly missed within the creative space, praying that God grants everyone grieving the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
