Sad news has struck the Nigerian film world with the passing of actress Adejumoke Aderounmu, known for her role in Jenifa’s Diary.
Her family disclosed her passing through social media channels last weekend, sparking an outpouring of condolences from fans and well-wishers online.
The Nollywood community mourns the loss of Adejumoke Aderounmu, a promising actress who passed away on Friday, April 6.
Details surrounding her death remain scarce, with only limited information circulating online.
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Seun Oloketuyi, a prominent entertainment journalist, shared the news of her demise.
“A family member of former star of hit series jenifa diary Jumoke Aderonmu has tweeted that the budding actress is dead. Details are still sketchy. May she find peace with her maker.”
A statement on a flyer, presumably distributed by Aderounmu’s family, expressed:
“In the profound depths of grief and sorrow, we share the heartbreaking passing of our sister, daughter, aunt, Aderonmu Adejumoke Oreoluwa.”
Aderounmu’s Role in Jenifa’s Diary
Aderounmu was well-known for portraying Esther in Funke Akindele’s popular comedy series, Jenifa’s Diary. Additionally, she contributed to various movie projects such as Alakada 2 and Wings of My Dreams.
Following her passing, heartfelt tributes flooded in for Adejumoke Aderounmu. Legit.ng documented some of these messages, including condolences from Funke Akindele and Fathia Balogun.
