Popular Nollywood Actor is Dead [Video]

Popular Nollywood actor is dead.

Philips News reports that Nollywood comedian and content creator, Bamidele Oluwatope Saint, popularly known as Okemesi is dead.

This newspaper understands that the death of the popular Nollywood actor was announced by his colleague, Jeff Owolewa, also known as Tony Montana, in a video on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

Tony Montana said the actor was pronounced dead at about 11:50 a.m. on Tuesday. His remains have since been deposited in a morgue.

Before his death, Okemesi had reportedly been battling health complications in recent weeks. Earlier reports indicated that he fell into a coma following complications linked to medication he received during treatment at a private hospital.

The actor had previously appealed for financial assistance after his health deteriorated and he was left without accommodation. Supporters and well-wishers later helped him secure a new apartment only days before his condition worsened.

Watch the video of the announcement below…

Tony Montana said efforts were made to transfer Okemesi to other medical facilities, including a government hospital in Igodo, but admission proved difficult due to a lack of available space.