Black Friday in Nollywood: The Curtain Falls for Ajara Lasisi (Aunty Ajara)
The Yoruba film industry has been hit with a wave of sadness as the news of the passing of legendary actress Ajara Lasisi, popularly known as Aunty Ajara, was confirmed today. The small-sized star, who brought smiles to millions of faces through her unique roles and undeniable talent, reportedly breathed her last after a long and difficult battle with a liver-related ailment.
A Final Goodbye Following her passing, Aunty Ajara was laid to rest today, Friday, February 6, 2026, in accordance with Islamic rites. The atmosphere at the burial was heavy with grief as family members and close associates gathered to pay their final respects.
Nollywood in Shock The industry has been thrown into deep mourning. Viral videos from the burial ground show the raw emotions of her colleagues. Top actress Allwell Ademola and several others have taken to social media to express their utter heartbreak.
Allwell, visibly shaken, shared that the industry has lost a "rare gem" and a woman whose spirit was much larger than her stature.
A Lasting Legacy Aunty Ajara wasn't just an actress; she was a symbol of perseverance in Nollywood. Despite her physical challenges, she dominated the screen for years, proving that talent knows no bounds. Her death leaves a massive void in the Yoruba movie sector that will be hard to fill.
We at BLISSHYPE send our deepest condolences to her family and the entire Nollywood community
.Rest in Peace, Aunty Ajara.
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