Nollywood actress Adunni Ade has announced the death of her mother, sharing an emotional tribute on social media that has drawn condolences from fans and colleagues.
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The actress disclosed in an Instagram post that her mother died on October 18, 2026, after a long illness. The announcement was reported by GistReel.
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Adunni Ade’s tribute
In the post, the actress said she was submitting to the will of Almighty Allah and described her mother as having returned to her Creator. She prayed for forgiveness and mercy for her late mother, asking that her grave be filled with light and that she be granted Al-Jannah Firdaus. She also wrote a personal farewell, telling her mother she loved her and praying that they would be reunited in paradise. Adunni Ade said her mother is survived by children, grandchildren, sisters and other loved ones who will keep her memory alive.
Funeral arrangements
The actress said details of the funeral would be communicated in due course. No date, venue or burial arrangements have been announced yet.
Fans and colleagues react
Following the announcement, fans and colleagues flooded the post with messages of sympathy and prayers for the deceased and the grieving family.
What is known so far
The report relies on the actress’s own social media announcement. It does not name her mother or give her age, and no further details about the illness have been shared by the family. Any updates on the funeral are expected to come from Adunni Ade directly.
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