Veteran Yoruba actress Sidikat Odunkanwi, popularly known as Iyabo Oko, has died.
The actress, who had battled an undisclosed ailment, died on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. She was 62 years old.
The news of her death was confirmed by her daughter, Bisi Aisha, who posted a tribute to her on Instagram.
“Iyabo Oko was a great actress and a pillar of the Yoruba movie industry,” Aisha said. “She will be deeply missed by her fans and colleagues.”
Odunkanwi's death comes just weeks after the death of another veteran Yoruba actor, Murphy Afolabi. His death on June 11, 2023, at the age of 60, was a major loss to the industry.
Odunkanwi's career spanned over three decades, and she starred in some of the most popular Yoruba movies of all time. She was known for her versatility, and she could play a wide range of characters.
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She was also a talented dancer and singer, and she often performed in stage plays and musical concerts.
Odunkanwi's death is a major loss to the Yoruba movie industry and to her fans. She will be remembered for her talent, her charisma, and her dedication to her craft.
Here are some additional details about her death:
- She died at her home in Ibadan, Nigeria.
- The cause of her death has not been released.
- She is survived by her daughter, Bisi Aisha, and other relatives.
- A funeral service will be held at a later date.
I would like to offer my condolences to Iyabo Oko's family and friends. She was a talented actress who will be deeply missed.
