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Nigerian actor Solomon Akiyesi has died in his sleep after a brief illness, throwing the Nigerian film industry into mourning.
The National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Mr Yakubu Abubakar, confirmed that he died on Sunday, April 26. Abubakar stated that according to Akiyesi’s daughter, the actor complained of chest pain the night before his death. He was taken to the hospital, where he was diagnosed with an ulcer and given medication. He then returned home and went to sleep, but did not wake up the next morning.
“His wife tried to wake him around 4 am, but he did not respond,” the AGN president said.
He described the actor’s death as a major loss to the industry, adding that the guild is mourning with his family. His remains have been deposited in a morgue in Abuja, where he died. Colleagues have taken to their social media accounts to pay tribute, describing Akiyesi as a versatile actor whose performances left a lasting impression.
Actress Celestina Dovigalle described him as lively and full of energy, noting that he brought joy to every set. The actor was known for roles in films such as Desperate Ladies, Pretty Liars, Bridge of Contract, Heart of a Saint, Marry Who You Love (2016), Gen Z Wife (2024), and Accidentally Us (2025).
