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Nollywood mourns as actress Temitope Osoba dies at 40

The actor battled breast cancer believed she survived before the announcement of her death. 

• August 5, 2026
Temitope Osoba
Temitope Osoba [Credit: Temitope Osoba]

Nollywood actress, Temitope Osoba, is dead.

She was aged 40. 

One of her colleagues, Alesh Sanni, announced her demise in a post on Instagram on Wednesday.

Posting a photo of Ms Osoba, Mr Sanni 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.”

Recall that Ms Osoba battled breast cancer believed she survived before her death.

She made a video to appreciate those who stood by her during the period and announced her return to the industry for exciting movie actions. 

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