In a tragic turn of events, the Nigerian film industry, also known as Nollywood, is in mourning following the loss of esteemed actor and filmmaker, Murphy Afolabi. According to reports from Gist Reel, Afolabi will be laid to rest in his hometown today, May 15th, leaving fans and colleagues devastated.
The news of Murphy Afolabi's untimely demise shook the online community, with fellow actor and director Tunde Ola Yusuf confirming the tragic event on his Instagram page. He expressed his condolences and prayed for Afolabi's soul to rest in peace.
Providing more details about the circumstances surrounding Afolabi's passing, his colleague Seun Oloketuyi revealed that the actor had slipped in the bathroom, leading to a fatal head injury. Oloketuyi expressed his intention to share further information at a later time.
To compound the sadness, Afolabi's passing occurred just days after he joyously celebrated his 49th birthday. The sudden departure of the talented artist has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, prompting an outpouring of tributes from friends and colleagues on social media.
As preparations are underway for his final journey, the Nollywood community and fans of Murphy Afolabi mourn the loss of a remarkable artist and extend their sympathies to his grieving family.
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