The Nollywood industry is mourning the loss of Ayomikun Oluwanisola, the only son of veteran actress Peju Ogunmola.
News of his death broke on Tuesday, leaving colleagues, fans, and well-wishers deeply saddened.
According to reports, he slipped and fell in the bathroom in his home.
The abroad-based man could not get medical intervention on time as he was confirmed dead when he finally got to the hospital.
His passing comes just few weeks to his birthday slated for October 12.
Ayomikun’s death has drawn reactions from actors and industry figures who have expressed their sorrow and offered support to Ogunmola and her family.
Many described the loss as painful and unimaginable, sending prayers and messages of comfort to help the actress cope during this difficult time.
Announcing his demise in an Instagram post on Tuesday, actress, Biola Adebayo, described the loss as devastating.
“This is a big loss. This is devastating and heartbreaking. This is tragic. May God almighty comfort Mummy Peju Ogunmola who just lost her only child.
“May God Almighty be with the family and loved ones at this tough time,” she wrote.
Actor, Odunlade Adekola, also mourned in an Instagram post saying, “This is a big loss. God will console you ma …… and the whole family. E le yi po oo.”
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Sharing his pain, Kunle Afod commented, “Hmmmm. My heart has been very heavy.”
Actor, Femi Adebayo, also described the loss as one too heavy for words, stating, “Life has written a line too heavy for the stage… Today, we mourn with our dear elder, a thespian whose heart now carries the weight no mother should bear.
Also reacting, actor, Ibrahim Yekini, poluparly known as Itele D Icon prayed for divine comfort for the bereaved actress, writing, “A mother’s pain in losing her child is beyond words. Olorun ma fi ina omo jo gbogbo abiamo.”
“Subuhanalah This is pain! My heart goes to the entire family in this dark hour. May the Almighty strengthen you during this tough time ma,” actor, Adedimeji Lateef, wrote on Instagram.
Actor, Muyiwa Ademola, also wrote, “This is sad! It is such a sad news!! It broke the heart. No accurate words of condolences. The words are not coming. Not even sure if this is right or wrong. Just felt I should do something.
“The only one to console you is God! May the Almighty be with you, Aunty. This is too much to shoulder, too much to bear. It is well.”
Mo Bimpe wrote: “Nothing makes sense Chai! Maami NO
This is too much. Dear Lord, Please let this September be good to
us,let’s not cry over our loved ones, let them not cry over us ▲ This is heart wrenching ♥♥♥ Lord please strengthen mummy during this tough time.”
Toyin Abraham wrote: ” My heart is shattered…I’m sending all my love, strength, and prayers in this unbearable moment. May God hold you and your family close ma.”
Peju Ogunmola, known for her long-standing contributions to Yoruba cinema, is married to veteran actor Sunday Omobolanle, popularly called Papi Luwe or Aluwe.
