Yoruba film icon, Baba Eda Onile Ola not dead- ANTP clarifies

The Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (ANTP) has debunked rumours circulating on social media about the death of veteran Yoruba actor and cultural icon, Chief Olalere Osunpaimo.

In a statement issued on Saturday and signed by the association’s National Public Relations Officer, Adejonwo Oluwafemi, the ANTP affirmed that the actor, popularly known as Baba Eda Onile Ola, is alive and in good health.

The statement read: “We would like to inform the public that reports circulating on Facebook about the passing of Chief Olalere Osunpaimo (MFR) are false. We have confirmed with Baba Eda Onile Ola’s wife that he is alive and in good health. Please disregard these false reports, which are being spread by unscrupulous individuals.”

The association urged the public to exercise caution and verify information before sharing, warning against the dangers of misinformation.