Renowned Yoruba actor Bamidele Tope Saint, popularly known as Okemesi, has died following health complications. He passed away yesterday while receiving treatment at a hospital.
The news of his death was confirmed by fellow actor Tony Montana, who disclosed in an Instagram video that Okemesi reportedly slipped into a coma after complications linked to medication administered during treatment. According to him, doctors later pronounced the actor dead at about 11:50 a.m.
Montana also revealed that the late actor’s remains have been deposited in a mortuary, adding that the family would communicate further burial arrangements. He expressed appreciation to fans and colleagues who had shown support during the actor’s health struggles.
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