Nollywood Actress Tenia Abraham Dies, Buried in Abuja

Nollywood actress and former beauty queen Tenia Abraham has died, with her family confirming that she was buried in Abuja on Saturday.

An obituary shared on her Instagram page announced her death and stated that she was laid to rest at Gudu Cemetery in the Federal Capital Territory.

According to the family’s announcement, Abraham died on October 13. The news of her passing was shared in a statement expressing grief over the loss of the actress.

“With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved Nollywood actress, a vibrant talent, a loving daughter, sister and friend,” the statement read.

Reports identified a kidney infection as the cause of her death. However, the family statement quoted in the available report did not independently confirm the medical cause.

Abraham was described by her family as a vibrant talent whose death had left loved ones mourning. The obituary also confirmed that her burial had taken place in Abuja.

Her death adds to the losses mourned by members of the Nigerian entertainment industry. Further details about her career and the circumstances surrounding her illness were not included in the announcement.