Popular Yoruba Nollywood actress, Aunty Ajara has passed away in the early hours of Thursday, January 5th, 2026 after prolonged illness.
Actor Tobi Oladele Teemony shared the video where Aunty Ajara’s elder brother, Ridwan Lasisi, confirmed her death.
He wrote, “With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved actress, Aunty Ajara.
She passed on overnight after a long and courageous battle with illness.
During this difficult period, Ajara received immense love, prayers, and financial support from kind-hearted people across the world. We are deeply grateful to everyone who stood by her with prayers, contributions, encouragement, and compassion.
At this moment, we kindly urge family, friends, and the general public to please stop sending money to the previously shared account, as it is no longer required.
Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, loved ones, and everyone grieving this painful loss.
May her soul rest in perfect peace.”