Thursday, November 29, 2012

Veteran Yoruba Actor, Akin Ogungbe Dies At 78


The death has been reported of veteran actor, Akin Ogungbe who died in the early hours of today, Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at the age of 78.
Ogungbe’s passing was confirmed by his son, Segun Ogungbe who spoke to newsmen shortly after the actor passed away.
Until his death, the Abeokuta based actor owned Akin Ogungbe Theatre Troupe which has produced dramatists like Jimoh Aliu and other acts.
He was also popular for his role in the play, Ireke Onibudo.
Ogungbe and other veterans like Moses Olaiya, Oyin Adejobi and others are credited to have laid the foundation for the present day movie indsutry, especially the Yoruba sector

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