Nollywood actor Solomon Akiyesi has died in his sleep after a brief illness, throwing the Nigerian film industry into mourning.
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Vanguard
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Apr 27, 2026
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Nollywood actor Solomon Akiyesi has died in his sleep after a brief illness, throwing the Nigerian film industry into mourning.
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Vanguard
Published
Apr 27, 2026
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Vanguard is a Nigerian daily published by Vanguard Media, headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. Vanguard Media was established in 1984 by journalist Sam Amuka-Pemu and three friends. The paper currently has an online edition.
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