Veteran Yoruba actor and filmmaker Taiwo Adeshina, popularly known as Elegbeje Ado, has died after a brief illness.
Veteran Yoruba actor and filmmaker Taiwo Adeshina, widely known by his screen name Elegbeje Ado, has died after a brief illness, according to Tribune Online.
A statement announcing his death said the Nollywood veteran passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Adeshina was a respected figure in the Yoruba movie industry, earning admiration over the years for his performances and his contributions to indigenous filmmaking.
His death is being described as a major loss to Nigeria’s movie industry, with colleagues, fans and admirers paying tribute to his legacy and the impact he made throughout his career. Source: Tribune Online.
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