Mr Shina Sanyaolu, a prominent movie maker in the Yoruba section of Nollywood is dead.
The president of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Bolaji Amusan, confirmed the sad news on Instagram on Thursday.
The exact date and cause of his death remain unknown.
But Sanyaolu’s colleagues in the film industry have taken to social media to express their condolences and pay their last respects to the late producer.
His sudden death, no doubt, has left a void in the industry, and he will be deeply missed by those who knew him and admired his work.
Meanwhile, veteran actor, Chief Jide Kosoko, has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Shina Sanyaolu, describing him as a “beacon of kindness and warmth”.
In an Instagram post, Kosoko remembered Sanyaolu as a remarkable man who showed unwavering support for the film industry and its practitioners.
Kosoko recalled how Sanyaolu welcomed him and others with open arms during their visit to the UK in the 80s, providing them with accommodation and transportation.
He praised Sanyaolu’s generosity, saying it knew no bounds, and his spirit touched countless lives.
“Shina your generosity knew no bounds and your spirit touched countless lives. You were truly a rare gem. The world feels emptier without you but we take solace in knowing that your legacy lives in the hearts you have touched,” he wrote.