Nollywood star Temitope Osoba dies at 40
Nollywood actor Temitope Osoba has died at the age of 40, two years after she opened up about her battle with cancer.
In an emotional post on Instagram Wednesday, actor Alesh Sanni said he had been unable to sleep since learning of her death.
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…”
Also grieving, another thespian, Adeyemo Seilat wrote on her Instagram reel, “Sigh! I hate to hear about the death of young people. Life is vanity! Rest in peace Tope Osoba. May you find eternal rest.”
After undergoing cancer treatment, Osoba announced her return to the movie industry in a heartfelt message to fans on August 4, 2025, describing the experience as a life-changing journey that reshaped her life and career.
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 actress also expressed appreciation to her new management team for standing by her during the difficult period and disclosed that she was open to endorsements, acting roles and event collaborations as she sought to revive her career after her recovery.
