The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, is mourning once more with the passing of Yoruba actor Yusuf Olorungbebe. He succumbed to a long-term illness.

The news of Yusuf's death was shared on Instagram by renowned actress Foluke Daramola on Wednesday morning.

“We lost YUSUF OLORUNGBEBE.

We submit to God’s will.

Thank you everyone!” She wrote.

This news follows the recent passing of actress Sharon Okpamen, who died nearly a month after giving birth to her second child.

Olorungbebe had been suffering from a severe chronic illness for several months and had appealed to Nigerians, the government, and his peers for assistance, stating that he required millions of Naira for his recovery.

Just a few days ago, Daramola urged compassionate Nigerians to come together and provide financial support to the ailing veteran.

“l’m here again to plea on behalf of my very esteemed colleague and production manager, Mr Yusuf Olorungbebe, this is his state as of today presently on life support. Please no amount is too small for him to live, your support will go a very long way in helping us thanks so much everyone,” she wrote.