Nollywood actress Adunni Ade has announced the death of her mother, who passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, after a prolonged illness.
The actress shared the news in an emotional Instagram post on Monday, expressing grief over the loss while acknowledging her faith in Allah.
“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 after a long battle with illness,” she wrote.
Ade did not disclose the nature of her mother’s illness but said details of the funeral arrangements would be made public in due course.
The actress, whose full name is Adunni Adewale, was born in New York to a Yoruba Nigerian father and a German-Irish mother.
Her announcement has brought news of the family loss to her followers, as she mourns her mother after the prolonged health struggle.
