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  • Updated: May 15, 2023

Murphy Afolabi: Governor Adeleke Mourns Late Actor

Murphy Afolabi: Governor Adeleke Mourns Late Actor

The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has reacted with great shock to the news of the demise of Maroof Afolabi aka Murphy Afolabi.

This is as Adeleke described the late actor as a great and illustrious son of the state.

Afolabi, a household name in Nollywood, reportedly died after slipping and falling in his bathroom in the early hours of Sunday. 

Also, AllNews Nigeria reported on Monday that members of his extended family agreed to his remains being interred in Lagos.

The State Governor through his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed described the late Murphy Afolabi as a good ambassador of Osun state who dedicated his life through his acting prowess to upholding the ethos of Omoluabi. 

"I remember the last time he visited me at the Country home. We discussed issues bordering on the development of the entertainment industry.

"We agreed on plans to make Osun the cultural and tourism centre of Yorubaland.

"Mr Afolabi was a passionate and ingenious Nollywood actor who stood firm in promoting the culture and tradition of the Yorubas through his God-given talent.

"We can only be proud that he lived a life of grace and glory by successfully putting Osun State on the frontline within the Nollywood film industry.

"We hereby condole with his numerous fans across the world, his colleagues, friends and families on the demise of a wonderful personality.

"We take solace in the fact that Mr Afolabi lived a fulfilled life of showcasing his talent to the outside world while earning applause from all and sundry.

"We pray to God to grant his families and friends the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss," the statement concluded.

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