The Nollywood industry has been thrown into mourning following the passing of actor, director and entrepreneur. Solomon Akiyesi, who reportedly died in his sleep.
The actor reportedly passes away in his sleep on Sunday April 26, 2026 after retiring for the night and falling to wake-up.
Tribute have begun pouring in from colleagues, fans, and members of his community, many of whom described his death as shocking and heartbreaking. They also extended their condolences to his family, friends and associates during this difficult time.
Leaders of the Actors Guild if Nigeria (AGN) past and present, have also acknowledged the tragic development, as details surrounding his death remain unclear.
A source, Ijeoma Ayuba, also confirmed the development, describing the incident as a heavy loss to both the Nollywood industry and his hometown.
In her statement, she noted that a “heavy cloud” had fallen over Ososo community in Akoko -Edo Local Government Area of Edo State, where the actor hailed from.
Akiyesi was widely known for his contributions to Nollywood, where he built a reputation through his roles in various productions as well as his work behind the scenes as a filmmaker. Beyond his career, he was regarded as a proud son of Ososo, maintaining strong ties with his roots.
-9News Nigeria.
