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Nollywood actress Adunni Ade is mourning the loss of her mother, who died on Sunday, October 18, 2026, after a prolonged illness. The actress announced the news on Monday, October 19, in an emotional tribute shared on her official Instagram page, accompanied by photographs of her late mother.
'With a heavy heart and submission to the will of Almighty Allah, I announce the passing of my beloved mother, who returned to her Creator after a long battle with illness,' she wrote.
In her tribute, Ade prayed for her mother's soul, asking Allah to forgive her shortcomings, grant her eternal rest and give the family the strength to navigate the loss. She also expressed her enduring love for her mother and prayed for a reunion in Jannah.
The actress disclosed that her mother is survived by her children, grandchildren, sisters and other loved ones. She added that details of the funeral arrangements would be communicated in due course.
Ade had previously spoken publicly about her mother's health challenges. In October 2019, she shared photographs of her mother receiving medical care, describing her as a fighter and expressing hope for her recovery. The earlier posts offered a glimpse into the family's struggle with her mother's illness.
Following the announcement, colleagues, fans and well-wishers took to social media to offer condolences and prayers to the actress and her family as they mourn their loss.
Ade has built a career across both English-language and Yoruba-language Nollywood productions, establishing herself as a familiar presence in Nigerian film and television.
As tributes continue to come in, the actress's message centres on grief, faith and the enduring bond between a mother and her child. Her prayers for mercy and eternal rest reflect both the depth of her loss and the comfort she seeks through her faith.
May her mother's memory remain a blessing, and may the family find strength and peace in the days ahead.