The Nigerian movie industry has been thrown into mourning following the heartbreaking loss of Shina, the only son of veteran actress Peju Ogunmola, who died on Tuesday at the age of 24.
The devastating news struck while Ogunmola was reportedly on a film set, leaving colleagues and fans in shock at the cruel turn of events. Shina had only recently completed his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme, with many describing his future as bright and full of promise.
Confirming the loss, filmmaker Seun Oloketuyi announced the death in a somber Facebook post late Tuesday night. “Peju Ogunmola loses a 24-year-old son. Her only child. Please, remember her in prayers,” he wrote, sparking an outpouring of grief across Nollywood circles.
Family sources revealed that Shina’s sudden passing has left Ogunmola inconsolable, as the young man was not just her only child but also her pillar of hope and joy. The details surrounding the cause of death remain unclear as at press time, but tributes have begun to flood social media platforms.
Fans, colleagues, and fellow actors have described the loss as a huge blow to the Nollywood family. Messages of condolence have continued to pour in, with many urging the actress to find strength in God and the prayers of her well-wishers.
Shina’s death adds to the growing list of young lives cut short in the Nigerian entertainment space, a trend that has triggered renewed calls for better health awareness, stress management, and support systems within the industry.
For Peju Ogunmola, this tragic loss is more than just personal—it is an unimaginable grief that resonates across Nollywood, reminding all of the fragility of life even in moments of professional success.
