Peju Ogunmola Breaks Silence After Son’s Death, Announces Return to Nollywood

Peju Ogunmola Breaks Silence After Son’s Death, Announces Return to Nollywood

Veteran Nollywood actress Peju Ogunmola has broken her silence following the tragic death of her only son, Ayomikun Omobolanle, expressing deep gratitude to fans, family, and colleagues for their support during her time of grief. In a heartfelt video shared on social media, Ogunmola, dressed in a black shirt, spoke openly about the pain she has endured over the past two months. She admitted to being overwhelmed by depression but said the outpouring of prayers and support from people across the world gave her strength. “To my dearest fans, family, and supporters across the world. Since losing my only son two months ago, I’ve been overwhelmed by grief. But through it all, your prayers and love have carried me. I feel every message, every gesture of support, and I am truly grateful,” she said. Ogunmola went on to reflect on moving forward despite her loss. “From the bottom of my heart, I want to say a very big thank you to everybody across the world. I’m very grateful. There’s a gospel song that goes ‘You are the most high God.’ I’ve accepted my fate. Today, I rise again. Not because the pain is gone, but because I know Ayomikun would want me to,” she added. She also announced her return to the screen, reaffirming her passion and commitment to Nollywood. “My calling demands that I return to the screen where I belong. To all filmmakers, directors, producers, and colleagues in the industry, I’m back — stronger and wiser. Let’s make magic again. Ise ya!” Ogunmola’s emotional message highlights both her mourning and resilience. By sharing her journey, she honours her late son’s memory while showing her determination to continue contributing to the Nigerian film industry, inspiring fans and colleagues alike with her courage and strength.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by OGUNMOLA ADEPEJU OMOBOLANLE 🌟🌟🌟 (@official_pejuogunmola)

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Condolences Pour In as Actress Peju Ogunmola Loses Only Son

Veteran Nollywood actress, Peju Ogunmola, has lost her only child. Her colleague, Biola Adebayo, made this known in an Instagram post on Tuesday, where she shared a lit candle and broken heart emojis. She wrote, “This is a big loss. This is devastating and heartbreaking. This is tragic. May God almighty comfort mummy Peju Ogunmola who just lost her only child. May God almighty be with the family and loved ones at this tough time.” Soon after, tributes began to pour in from other colleagues and friends of the actress. Actor Femi Adebayo wrote, “Life has written a line too heavy for the stage. Today, we mourn with our dear elder, a thespian whose heart now carries the weight no mother should bear. My thoughts and prayers are with you ma. May Almighty Allah grant him Aljannah Firdaus.” Ibrahim Yekini, also known as Itele D Icon, described the loss as painful, saying, “A mother’s pain in losing her child is beyond words. Olorun ma fi Ina Omo Jo Gbogbo Abiamo. Vanity upon vanity.” Actress Bukola Adeeyo called it a rude shock, noting, “Only God can console you ma. No parent deserves this kind of pain. Ah, Oluwa, have mercy.” Faithia Williams also expressed disbelief, saying she only learnt of the incident after seeing colleagues’ posts. Fans and Nollywood stars have continued to send condolences, describing the death as a painful blow to Ogunmola and the industry.

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