Peju Ogunmola, Mercy Aigbe, 3 Other Nollywood Actors Who Painfully Lost Loved Ones in Q3
- Losing a loved one is never easy; you’re left with memories of their laughter, warmth, and hugs to carry around
- In this quarter alone, Nollywood was thrown into a gloomy mood more than once, as some of its stars were forced to say the hardest goodbyes to their loved ones
- This article by Legit.ng highlights Peju Ogunmola, Mercy Aigbe, and three others who have mourned their loved ones in Q3
The Nigerian movie industry has been hit with the harsh reality of life more than once. From the deaths of junior and senior colleagues to those of their families and loved ones, it’s never easy dealing with these dark moments.
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The condolences, though well-meant, serve as a constant reminder of voids that can now only be filled with memories.
Peju Ogunmola, Mercy Aigbe, and some other Nollywood practitioners lost loved ones in Q3, and Legit.ng spotlights these unfortunate circumstances in this article.
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1. Ibrahim Shatta lost his godson
In an unexpected turn of events, Ibrahim Shatta, a stellar Nollywood vertex actor, announced the sad passing of his godson, whom he lost on September 6, 2025.
Ibrahim Chatta wrote:
"Inna liLlahi wa inna ileyhi rajiun. Ya Allah, You are the Knower of all things. Rest on Dear Godson. Champ."
2. Peju Ogunmola lost her only son
Nigerian veteran actress Peju Ogunmola bore the sad pain of losing a loved one after the passing of her only child.
Ayomikun was said to have been briefly ill, and although he received the best medical attention, he eventually passed away.
This unfortunate incident was first announced by Ogunmola’s junior colleague, Odunlade Adekola, who shared an emotional post on his Instagram page.
3. Odunlade Adekola mourned the loss of his father
Nollywood sensation Odunlade Adekola grieved the loss of his beloved father, Pastor N.A. Adekola, who passed away in July 2025 at the ripe age of 84.
The actor broke the heartbreaking news on Instagram, sharing a touching photo of his dad with the poignant caption, "Rest on my daddy".
The news sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with fans, colleagues, and well-wishers flooding Odunlade's social media comments with condolences.
4. Mercy Aigbe lost her dear mum
In a sad turn of events, Nollywood was again thrown into mourning after actress Mercy Aigbe lost her mother, announcing on September 24, 2025.
The news of the tragedy was first shared by the ace actress, who expressed sadness with an emotional social media post.
Many also shared condolence messages on the actress’s page, leaving social media in a gloomy mood.
5. Actress Joke Jigan mourned her sister
Joke Jigan is grieving the passing of her sister, Lizzy. She took to social media to share photos of herself and her late sister, expressing her sorrow and questioning death.
The actress confirmed the heartbreaking news on August 29, 2025, via Instagram, where she posted his picture alongside a tribute.
In her heartfelt post, she bid her sister a peaceful farewell, saying "Omoh! Be like na to log off all social media for now o because what in the name of death is going on??!! Rest in peace lizzy my darling sis 😥."
Burial clip of Peju Ogunmola's son trends
According to a previous report by Legit.ng, the video capturing the final moments of Ayomikun, the only son of Peju Ogunmola and Papi Luwe, ignited emotional reactions online.
Recall that Peju Ogunmola lost her son a few days ago to a brief illness, a loss that has sparked widespread heartbreak across social media and Nollywood.
A video that has gone viral shows Ayomikun’s burial, attended by close friends and family, drawing heartfelt responses from online users.
Source: Legit.ng
