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Nollywood Actor Solomon Akiyesi Is Dead

The guild said he died in his sleep and is awaiting further details from his family.

  • On Sunday, Nollywood actor Solomon Akiyesi died in his sleep, a development confirmed on Monday by Abubakar Yakubu, President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria.
  • Yakubu told TheCable Lifestyle the actor's body is held at a mortuary in Abuja, where the incident occurred.
  • Born in the Ososo area of Akoko-Edo, Edo State, Akiyesi was active in Nollywood for many years, appearing in films including Desperate Ladies and Pretty Liars.
  • His death has come as a shock to Nigerians, with tributes beginning to pour in from fans and colleagues following the news.
  • The Actors Guild of Nigeria is awaiting further details from the family regarding the circumstances of Akiyesi's death, with updates to follow.
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GistReel broke the news on Monday, April 27, 2026.
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