Nigerian star actress and movie producer., Temitope Osoba, has passed away. She died at the age of 40.
Her death was announced on Wednesday by fellow actor, Alesh Sanni in an emotional post shared on his Instagram page.
Expressing grief over the loss, Sanni said he had been unable to sleep since learning of the actress’ death, describing her as a dear sister with whom he shared memorable moments.
He wrote: “Couldn’t sleep since last night, it’s well. Rest in peace my dearest sister, Temitope Osoba. We had amazing time and good memories together, till we meet again. I really dunno what to say mehn, gosh.”
Tope’s death comes about two years after she opened up about her battle with cancer and sought public support for her treatment.
After her recovery, the actress announced her return to the movie industry in a heartfelt message to fans, describing her cancer experience as a life-changing journey that reshaped her life and career on August 4, 2025.
She wrote: “Dear beloved fans, supporters, and loved ones, I’m Temitope Osoba, and after my cancer experience, I’m excited to announce my reintroduction. This journey has been a turning point, leading to my rebranding, reshaping, and rebuilding. I’m emerging stronger, more resilient, and more passionate about sharing my story and inspiring others.”
She added that her new chapter was focused on healing, growth and empowerment, saying she was committed to using her platform to promote cancer awareness and support others facing similar challenges.
The cause of her death had yet to be disclosed.