Dare Babalola
The Nollywood industry was once again thrown into mourning by the death of Ayomikun, the only son of veteran Yoruba actress, Peju Ogunmola.
Oluwasinaayomi, the only child of Ogunmola and veteran comic actor Sunday “Papi Luwe” Omobolanle, died at 22.
The young graduate, who recently completed his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), was said to have died while his mother was away on a film set.
Although details about the death of Ayomikun are yet to be made public, Ogunmola’s colleagues in the movie industry, who confirmed his death, have sent their condolences.
Actor Femi Branch recalled the moment he heard the news while on set, saying it left him with an instant headache, stating, “Aunty mi, only God can comfort you. This is too much, and no parent would wish this on another parent. God will hold and comfort you, ma.”
Also, Femi Adebayo described the tragedy as a weight no mother should carry.
He wrote on Instagram, “Life has written a line too heavy for the stage… Today, we mourn with our dear elder, a thespian whose heart now carries the weight no mother should bear. My thoughts and prayers are with you, ma. May Almighty Allah grant him Aljannah Firdaus.”
Similarly, actress Wumi Toriola expressed her pain in an emotional post, stating, “This candle is toooooooo dark to light. God, please comfort her. This is heart-wrenching, olorun oooo.”
Also grieving the loss, Biola Adebayo described the passing as devastating.
“This is a big loss; this is devastating and heartbreaking, truly tragic. May God Almighty comfort mummy Peju Ogunmola, who just lost her only child. May God Almighty be with the family and loved ones in this tough time,” she stated.
In an Instagram post, Toyin Abraham wrote, “My heart is shattered…I’m sending all my love, strength, and prayers in this unbearable moment. May God hold you and your family close, ma.”
