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  • Peju Ogunmola returns to acting after son’s death

    Peju Ogunmola returns to acting after son’s death

    Actress Peju Ogunmola has announced return to acting, months after the death of her only child, Ayomikun.

    In a video posted to her Instagram account on Friday, Ogunmola described the past months as “heavy” but said public support had sustained her.

    “A new month, a new dawn. The past months have been heavy, but your love, prayers, and condolences have carried me through the storm. Today I rise, stronger, grateful, and ready to embrace my passion again.
    The screens have missed me… and I’m back, doing what I love most,” she said.

    The actress’s son died in Ibadan in September following a brief illness, family spokesperson Yemi Amodu confirmed at the time. 

    The statement refuted earlier online speculation about the cause of death.

    Ogunmola, a fixture in Yoruba cinema for decades, had stepped away from public appearances since the loss. 

    Her return announcement drew immediate reactions from colleagues and fans.

  • Celebrities mourn over death of Peju Ogunmola’s only son

    Celebrities mourn over death of Peju Ogunmola’s only son

    Nollywood celebrities have expressed sadness over the tragic death of Ayomikun Oluwanisola, the only son of actress Peju Ogunmola, who passed away on Tuesday, September 2.

    The heartbreaking news sent shockwaves across the entertainment community as colleagues and fans expressed their empathy.

    Social media has been flooded with emotional tributes and words of comfort for the divest actress.

    Actress Biola Adebayo was among the first to confirm the sad development, describing it as “devastating and heartbreaking” in an emotional Instagram post.

    She prayed for God’s strength and comfort for Ogunmola in this difficult time.

    “This is a big loss. This is devastating and heartbreaking. This is tragic. May God Almighty comfort Mummy Peju Ogunmola, who just lost her only child. May God Almighty be with the family and loved ones at this tough time,” she wrote.

    Toyin Abraham said, “My heart is shattered… l am sending all my love, strength, and prayers in this unbearable moment. May God hold you and your family close”

    Actress Oyebade Adebimpe on her Instagram page, wrote, “Nothing makes sense, this is too much, NO ……Chai! Maami

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    “Dear Lord, please let this September be good to us. Let’s not cry over our loved ones; let them not cry over us again. This is heart-wrenching, Lord, please strengthen mummy during this tough time.”

    Actor Itele D Icon, via his reaction on Instagram, said, “A mother’s pain in losing her child is beyond words. Olorun ma fi Ina Omo Jo Gbogbo Abiamo. Vanity upon vanity”.

    Odunlade Adekola also extended his condolences. He said, “This is a big loss. God will console you, ma, and the whole family.”

    Kunle Afod admitted that the news left his heart heavy with grief.

    On his Instagram handle, Femi Adebayo expressed his grief and wrote, “Life has written a line too heavy for the stage… Today, we mourn with our dear elder, a thespian whose heart now carries the weight no mother should bear. My thoughts and prayers are with you, ma. May Almighty Allah grant him Aljannah Firdaus.”

    Other Nollywood stars, including Adedimeji Lateef, Yinka Quadri, and Prince Jide Kosoko, have also joined in paying tribute and standing in solidarity with Ogunmola and her family.

  • Actress Peju Ogunmola loses only son

    Actress Peju Ogunmola loses only son

    The movie industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of Shina, the only son of veteran actress, Peju Ogunmola Omobolanle, and husband, renowned comic actor, Sunday Omobolanle, popularly known as Papi Luwe.

    The tragic incident occurred while Ogunmola, 56, was on a movie set.

    Shina, who recently completed his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme, was said to be the pride of his mother, who often expressed joy over his milestone achievements.

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    The heartbreaking news was first broken by popular actor, Odunlade Adekola, whose social media post triggered an outpouring of condolences from colleagues, fans, and well-wishers.

    Messages of sympathy have since flooded Ogunmola’s social media pages, with many Nollywood stars expressing grief over the loss.

    The death of Shina has left the Omobolanle family and the wider Nollywood community devastated.

  • Peju Ogunmola celebrates husband Aluwe at 70

    Peju Ogunmola celebrates husband Aluwe at 70

    Veteran actress Peju Ogunmola has celebrated her husband and colleague Sunday Omobolanle, with love on his 70th birthday.

    With tender affection, Peju shared captivating photos of Sunday, accompanied by a heartfelt message.

    She marveled at Sunday’s unwavering dedication to their family, applauding his exemplary role as a husband, father, and man.

    She wrote: “Over the years, I have seen you do so many things to make life full of more smiles, love, and laughter. I appreciate you for every wonderful memory that we have created together, especially your role in it all.
    You have constantly set the perfect example of what it is to be a man, father, and husband. Pappi, you are a true inspiration to the children and me, and we are here to wish you a blessed 70th birthday!!

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    “Have a beautiful birthday full of beautiful memories, my love! @sundayomobolanle”.