Nigerian actress Ajara Lasisi, popularly known as Aunty Ajara in the Yoruba film industry, has died, her family confirmed early Thursday.
The news was shared by her brother, Ridwan Lasisi, in a video message posted online, where he expressed gratitude to the film community and the public for their support during her illness.
“Good morning to you all. My name is Ridwan Lasisi. I am a brother to Ajara. The doctor confirmed to us this morning that Ajara has passed on,” he said.
Ridwan also thanked colleagues, fans, and industry leaders for their outpouring of goodwill. He appealed to well-wishers to stop sending financial support for her medical care.
“All the families, we are using this period to appreciate you all. We appreciate the president and all industry members. We also use this opportunity to appeal to those sending money not to send it anymore. The one we are contributing for her sake is no more. Thank you so much. We do not want you to send money into that account again,” he added.
Ajara’s health struggles became public last week after fellow actress Ronke Oshodi-Oke called for urgent support on her behalf. Oshodi-Oke revealed that the actress had been hospitalised in critical condition, reliant on an oxygen machine, and battling complications despite intensive medical care and the high cost of treatment.
