How Did Olamilekan Ojo Die? Yoruba Actor, Gbatami Cause of Death Explained

The veteran Nollywood actor Olamilekan Ojo, also known as Gbatami, passed away.

How Did Olamilekan Ojo Die?

The entertainment industry was in complete grief after the demise of Nollywood actor Olamilekan Ojo broke out. Tributes flooded online after the demise of Olamilekan Ojo.

The actress Sheyi Adelakun shared her condolences on her Instagram on Friday. The message reads, “I had the wonderful honor of acting beside this wonderful man,” “His stories were the best. RIP Lekan,” a fan wrote on social media. Colleague Aina Olayemi shared a photo with the late actor, describing working with him as “a joy.”

Olamilekan Ojo Cause of Death

A well-known Nollywood actor dies of cancer. Olamilekan Ojo cause of death was lung cancer. The actor passed away on Thursday morning at around 7.30 am due to lung cancer.

The actor, who had a career spanning over three decades, fought the medical issue for over a year before passing away. The deceased actor spent his entire life in Lagos. He was very skilled, and Yoruba cinema fans know him as a household name due to his variety in the movies.

Who is Olamilekan Ojo?

Gbatami, also known as Olamilekan Ojo is a famous actor, who received a TAMVAAS award for his performance. Gbatami Olamilekan Ojo is a famous actor and film producer in South Africa.

After completing his five-year training programme with Adebayo Salami, well known as Oga Bello, in 2004, he was able to carve out a niche for himself. His film production began just 24 hours after graduation, with the release of Ojo Oro. Immediately after, he had the next film to his name, Emi nire kan; Wonyosi, Salaye, and a host of others with over 20 movies.