Actress Adunni Ade Loses Mother After Prolonged Illness

Nollywood actress Adunni Ade has announced the death of her mother, who passed away on Sunday, October 18, after a prolonged illness.

The actress disclosed the loss on Monday in a tribute shared on her Instagram page, where she expressed grief over her mother’s death and prayed for the repose of her soul.

In the message, Ade, whose full name is Adunni Adewale-Raji, expressed her acceptance of the loss while reflecting on her mother’s struggle with illness.

“With a heavy heart and submission to the will of Almighty Allah, I announce the passing of my beloved mother, who returned to her Creator on October 18 after a long battle with illness,” she wrote.

The actress also prayed for Allah’s mercy upon her late mother, asking that her shortcomings be forgiven and that she be granted Al-Jannah Firdaus.

She further prayed for strength and patience for the family as they cope with the loss.

Ade said her mother was survived by her children, grandchildren, sisters and other loved ones, who would continue to cherish her memory.

Expressing her affection for her late mother, the actress wrote: “Mum, I love you. May Allah grant you eternal peace and reunite us in Jannah. Ameen.”

She added that details of the funeral arrangements would be communicated in due course.

Ade had previously spoken publicly about her mother’s health challenges. In October 2019, she shared photographs of her mother receiving medical care in a hospital, describing her as a fighter and expressing hope for her recovery, according to The Guardian Nigeria.

The actress is known for her work in both Yoruba and English-language Nollywood productions.

As of Monday, October 19, the actress’s announcement did not provide further details about the illness that preceded her mother’s death. Funeral arrangements were also yet to be announced in the reports reviewed.