The Nigerian film industry is in mourning following the passing of Pastor N.A. Adekola, father of popular Nollywood actor Odunlade Adekola.
The heart-wrenching news was made public in the early hours of Saturday through a solemn Instagram post by the actor.
The touching tribute featured a photo of his late father and a brief but emotional message that simply read, “Rest on my daddy.”
Although Odunlade did not provide details about the cause of his father’s death, the short post struck a deep emotional chord among fans and colleagues alike.
Since the announcement, condolence messages have flooded his comment section.
Expressions of sympathy have come in from fans, industry colleagues, and followers, showing support for the grieving actor.
Meanwhile, many described Pastor Adekola as a man of faith who played a strong role in shaping Odunlade’s values.
Pastor N.A. Adekola, known for his spiritual guidance and moral teachings, had a lasting impact on those around him.
The loss of such a supportive father figure has left fans reflecting on the bond they shared.
One user, @sodeindes_, wrote, “May his soul rest in perfect peace.”
Another follower, @shigogo_, added, “Please accept my condolences.”
Similarly, @olabodefrosh commented, “Sorry, sir, may his soul rest peacefully,” showing the emotional weight of the news.
This painful news follows a wave of grief that has recently swept through Nollywood. Earlier this year, actress Ini Edo also lost her father. In her own tribute, she wrote that it was “the hardest post to write” and described her father as “her greatest cheerleader.”
In January, actor and comedian Woli Arole similarly announced the passing of his father.
Therefore, fans are not just offering condolences but also prayers that the actor’s father finds eternal peace.
Odunlade Adekola, widely known for his vibrant presence in Yoruba and Nollywood films, has not issued an official statement beyond his Instagram post.
