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The Association of Nigeria Theatre Arts Practitioners (ANTP) has firmly dismissed rumours circulating online that acclaimed Yoruba Nollywood actor and revered cultural icon Olalere OsunPaimo has passed away.
In a statement issued on Saturday and signed by the National Public Relations Officer, Adejonwo Oluwafemi, the association clarified that the veteran performer — widely known as Baba Eda Onile Ola — is very much alive and in good spirits.
The statement read, “We would like to inform the public that reports circulating on Facebook about the passing of Chief Olalere OsunPaimo (MFR) are false.
“We have confirmed with Baba Eda Onile Ola’s wife that he is alive and in good health.
“Please disregard these false reports and be aware that they are being spread by unscrupulous individuals.”
ANTP urged the public to exercise caution and confirm details before circulating any claims, stressing the need to curb the spread of misinformation.
“We urge everyone to verify information before sharing to avoid spreading misinformation,” the statement said.
