Jnr Pope, Mr Ibu, Onyeka Onwenu, Notable Celebrities Who Died In 2024
The year 2024 saw a harvest of very painful de@ths of Nigerians. Some of those who passed to the great beyond were known names that include celebrities, politicians, corporate moguls and private citizens. De@th is said to be a necessary end for all humans. Many of those we lost in 2024 may also have been unknown but we mourn their loss in the same way as the popular ones. May the souls of all those who died in 2024 Rest In Peace and may their families be comforted
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Below we bring you some celebrities we lost in 2024:
1. Onyeka Onwenu Died At 72
We lost the legendary Nigerian singer in 2024. Onwenu, born 31st January 1952, the late singer turned politician and rights activist was dubbed “The Elegant Stallion” by the Nigerian press. At the time of her demise, she was at a time the chairperson of the Imo State Council for Arts and Culture.
2. Mr Ibu died at 62
The Nollywood industry mourned the demise of the legendary actor and comedian, Mr Ibu in 2024. The de@th of Ibu was felt in the country and beyond. The comedian and MC had been down and on admission in the hospital prior to demise. His personal struggles with diabetes, high blood pressure also added to the misery of having to deal with conflicts that saw his wife and daughter fight over his properties including the rights to run his social media handles.
3. Nollywood Actor, Junior Pope, Died In a Boat Accident
The tragic de@th of the popular Nollywood actor Jnr Pope, had shook the entire industry and brought to the fore the issue of safety and welfare of actors. The drama following the announcement of his de@th and the rumours of his being risen from de@d through traditional means prolonged the confirmation. But when the news that he succumbed to de@th through drowning, threw friends, family and his fans into frenzy. Jnr Pope de@th was one too many in 2024.
4. Popular Nigerian Gospel Singer Aduke Gold
Popular Nigerian gospel music musician, Aduke Ajayi, popularly known as Aduke Gold died in 2024.The de@th of the singer was announced on social media by fellow artiste Esther Igbeke. Igbeke posted a tribute with Aduke Gold’s picture and the caption: “A general has fallen. RIP.” Aduke Gold was loved by many because of deep and soulful gospel tunes.
5. Jenifer’s diary actress Aderounmu Adejumoke
Adejumoke Aderounmu, a popular actress in the series Jenifer Diary died in 2024. Tragically, the Nigerian film industry mourns the loss of Aderounmu Adejumoke Oreoluwa, a beloved actress renowned for her portrayal of “Esther” in the popular series “Jenifer Diary.” She was 40 years at the time of her demise.
May the souls of the fallen rest in eternal peace. Amen!
