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Renowned actor Bamidele Tope Saint, popularly known as Okemesi has passed away.
He died on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, while receiving treatment at a hospital.
According to his colleague Tony Montana, Okemesi fell into a coma due to complications from medication administered at the hospital, ultimately leading to his demise.
Announcing his death, Montana, via an Instagram video, stated that Okemesi’s body has been deposited in the mortuary.
“With a heavy heart, I’m announcing to the world that Okemesi is dead. The doctor pronounced him dead at exactly 11:50 a.m. this morning, February 24, 2026. Okemesi is gone.
“So, on behalf of the entire Bamidele family, I’m announcing to the world that Oluwatope Bamidele Saint Okemesi is dead. We have taken the body to the morgue. I will communicate the rest of the arrangements to you guys. We appreciate every one of you who turned up for him. May God forgive Okemesi and rest his soul,” he stated.
Okemesi was known for his versatility in Yoruba movies and his distinctive humor, often blending English, Yoruba, and his native Ekiti dialect.
His passing has been met with an outpouring of tributes from colleagues and fans, acknowledging his contributions to Nigerian comedy. (The Nation)
