Sanyaolu, a highly respected actor in the Yoruba film sector, made significant contributions to the industry throughout his career.
Bolaji Amusan, a prominent member of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), shared the unfortunate news via an Instagram post on Wednesday.
In his tribute, Bolaji shared a heartfelt message accompanied by a photograph of Sanyaolu, expressing, “Rest in peace, Shina Sanyaolu.”
The cause of Sanyaolu’s passing has not been made public.
As word of his passing spreads, industry colleagues and admirers have taken to social media to express their sympathies and pay tribute to his legacy.