Veteran Nollywood Comedian, Babatunde Omidina, popularly known as Baba Suwe, is dead.
He died on Monday after a long battle with an illness at age 63.
The news of his death was confirmed by his daughter, Adesola Morenikeji Omidina, in a post on her Instagram page.
“This is to announce the sudden death of my father, Mr Babatunde Omidina. The legend and rare gem, Baba Suwe. 11/22/21
“Other details will follow shortly.
“May your soul rest in perfect peace Dad,” she posted.
Born on August 22, 1958, he was married to comedienne Omoladun Omidina, who died in September 2009.
Baba Suwe dominated the Yoruba movie industry for decades, featured in several movies and bagged many awards.
