The year 2024 saw a heartbreaking loss for Nollywood. Several prominent actors passed away, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the film industry. EKO HOT BLOG reports that these late stars, known for their remarkable talents, contributed immensely to the cultural and entertainment landscape and will forever remain in the hearts of their fans. Here’s … Read more
By Tunde Odesola Aníkúlápó is the man who bears death in a pouch, not Jimi Solanke. Solanke knew a braggadocious name couldn’t stop death. So, when death came calling, Solanke followed it without fear. But Solanke wasn’t afraid of death, he was afraid of life – this he told me many years ago at the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that High Chief Tola Adeniyi, the President, Tola Adeniyi Foundation for Theatre and the Arts (TAFTA), has mourned the demise of legendary actor, Jimi Solanke. Solanke, an actor, folk singer, playwright, dramatist, producer, director, choreographer, theatre teacher, painter, sculptor and guitarist, passed away on Monday at 81 in Ogun State. The … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the esteemed Nollywood actor and folk singer, Jimi Solanke, fondly known as Uncle Jimi. EDITOR’S PICKS [JUST IN] Rerun: APC’s Mustapha Declared Yobe East Senator JUST IN: Millions of Naira Lost As Fire Guts Ibadan Market JUST IN: Former … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a popular Nigerian folk singer and veteran actor, Jimi Solanke, has been pronounced dead. Solanke, popularly known as Uncle Jimi, was said to have died on Monday morning at the age of 81 in Ogun State. The lawmaker representing Remo North State Constituency at the Ogun State House of Assembly, … Read more