Friends of late actress Temitope Osoba plan candlelight event in Lagos

The friends of late Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba have announced a candlelight and artist night to honor her memory.

The event, called “An Evening of Love, Music & Memories,” is set for Tuesday, August 11, at LTV 8 (Blueroof) in Ikeja, Lagos.

According to a flyer shared on her Instagram page last Friday, the event will kick off at 5pm.

The organizers described the gathering as a chance to celebrate Osoba’s life, her creativity, and what she contributed to the arts.

“Her voice, her art, her spirit… will remain in our hearts,” the organizers said.

This announcement comes just days after the actress passed away at the age of 40.

Her death was shared on Wednesday by fellow actor Alesh Sanni in a heartfelt post on his Instagram.

Sanni, who called Osoba his “dearest sister,” said he has struggled to sleep since he learned about her passing.

He wrote, “Couldn’t sleep since last night, it’s well. Rest in peace my dearest sister, Temitope Osoba. We had amazing times and good memories together, till we meet again. I really dunno what to say mehn, gosh.”

Another actress, Adeyemo Seilat, also grieved for Osoba in an Instagram video.

She wrote, “Sigh! I hate to hear about the death of young people. Life is vanity! Rest in peace Tope Osoba. May you find eternal rest.”

Osoba’s death comes about two years after she spoke publicly about her fight with cancer and sought help for her treatment.

After recovering, Osoba announced her return to the movie industry in August 2025, calling her cancer journey a life-changing experience.

She wrote, “Dear beloved fans, supporters, and loved ones, I’m Temitope Osoba, and after my cancer experience, I’m excited to announce my reintroduction.”

Osoba expressed her desire to use her platform to raise awareness about cancer and support others facing similar issues. She thanked her management team for their support during her health struggles and said she was open to acting roles, endorsements, and event collaborations.

Meanwhile, her family has asked the public and media to ignore unverified reports about her death.

In a statement on Osoba’s official social media page, the family said many claims online and in blogs were “false, speculative, and entirely unauthorized.”

They urged everyone to respect their privacy and time to grieve, adding that any official information would come through their authorized channels.

The statement was signed by the Family of Awonuga/Osoba.

Osoba was known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood movies and is remembered by her colleagues and fans for her talent and creativity.

The candlelight and artist night on August 11 is expected to bring together family, friends, colleagues, artists, and fans to honor her memory.