Nollywood Film Director And Producer, Shina Sanyaolu, Is Dead.

Nollywood filmmaker, Shina Sanyaolu, is dead.

The deceased was a popular film producer and director in the Yoruba genre of the Nollywood industry.

The cause and details surrounding his death remains unknown as at the time of this report.

The President of Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria, Bolaji Amusan, had confirmed Sanyaolu’s death.

“Sleep well uncle Shina Sanyaolu,” he wrote on his Instagram page on Wednesday,, September 11.

Reacting to this development, a veteran actor, Jide Kosoko. Had said the deceased touched so many lives positively.

He wrote, “Shina Sanyaolu was just not a remarkable man. He was a beacon of kindness and warmth to all who had the privilege of knowing him.”

“His love for arts and his unwavering support for our industry were unmatched. Shina was always there for us, offering a helping hand and opening doors where there seemed to be none.”

“For those of us who traveled to the UK in the 80s, he made it feel like home. Welcoming us with open arms, giving us a place to stay and even taking time off from his busy life to drive us around.”

“Shina your generosity knew no bounds and your spirit touched countless lives. You were truly a rare gem. The world feels emptier without you but we take solace in knowing that your legacy lives in the hearts you have touched.”

Sanyaolu contributed to the production of ‘The Honourable’, ‘Two Wives’, and ‘Omo Olosan’.