The concluding year 2025 recorded the deaths of several Nigerian renowned celebrities across film, music, comedy and broadcast media.
Below is a list of notable figures whose death drew public attention and tributes from colleagues and fans.
1. Big Bolaji (Bolaji Olanrewaju)
The gospel singer and pastor died on April 19, after a brief illness. He was known for his gospel music and years of service in church ministry.
2. Kayode Peters
Filmmaker, actor and producer Kayode Peters died on June 28, in Toronto after a long illness. He worked across theatre, television and film and was associated with several popular comedy and drama productions.
3. Sanku (Adetola Samad)
Comedian and social media personality Sanku died on September 1, following a car accident along Ogbomoso Road in Oyo State. His death sparked widespread reactions online.
4. Asa Koko
Veteran Nollywood actor Asa Koko died in January after a prolonged illness. He was known for his roles in Yoruba films.
5. Pat Ugwu
Actress Pat Ugwu, popularly called Sugar Girl, died on February 5, at the age of 35. She featured in several Nollywood films and was known for her energetic performances.
6. Columbus Irosanga
Nollywood actor and academic Columbus Irosanga died on February 6. He was a lecturer at the University of Port Harcourt and appeared in films such as Issakaba.
7. Anike Williams
Broadcast pioneer Anike Williams died on February 27, in Ibadan at the age of 88. She was the first face on Western Nigeria Television.
8. Nkechi Nweje
Character actress Nkechi Nweje died on March 21. She was known for motherly roles in films rooted in Igbo culture.
9. Olusegun Akinremi (Chief Kanran)
Veteran Yoruba actor Olusegun Akinremi, widely known as Chief Kanran, died in August after decades in the film industry.
10. Somtochukwu Maduagwu
Arise News anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu died on September 29, during an incident involving armed robbers at her Abuja residence.
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