Veteran Nollywood actor, Yomi Obileye Is dead.
This was made known by comedian Gbenga Adeyinka on Friday.
The actor reportedly died after battling an unnamed illness.
Obileye was known for Tade Ogidan’s movie, ‘Hostages’ in 1997, and ‘Palace’, a soap opera which featured Liz Benson, Jide Kosoko, Antar Laniyan, Dayo Adeneye, Jide Alabi, Tunji Bamishigbin.
Announcing the tragic event via his instagram handle, Gbenga Adeyinka said:
“If tears could build a stairway and memories were a lane, we would walk right up to heaven and bring you back again. “
“Rest In Peace Uncle Yomi Obileye. Thanks for the memories.
“I can’t help but want to watch “HOSTAGES” again. Sleep well Egbon and may God give your family and fans the fortitude to bear the loss,” he added.
