The Digest:
Nollywood comic actor Bamidele Tope Saint, popularly known as Okemesi, has passed away at age 47 after slipping into a coma caused by complications from medication administered at a private hospital. His colleague Tony Montana confirmed the death on Instagram Tuesday night, stating the doctor pronounced him dead at 11:50 a.m. on February 24, 2026. The tragedy struck just two days after Okemesi moved into a new apartment secured through public donations, following weeks of health struggles that left him homeless. He had described his condition as a "demonic spiritual attack" that left him crippled. The actor had sought financial help from the public, with fans and supporters donating funds and securing accommodation. However, complications from earlier treatment led to his hospitalisation and eventual death. His family has authorised the public announcement and taken his remains to the mortuary, with burial arrangements to be communicated later.
Key Points:
- Okemesi's death highlights the fragility of life and the tragedy of timing.
- It raises concerns about medication safety and healthcare quality in Nigeria.
- Fans mourn a beloved actor, while questions arise over medical complications.
- This signals the vulnerability of entertainers facing health crises without support.
- The timing, days after securing a home, adds heartbreaking irony.
Sources: Legit.ng, Tony Montana/Instagram
