In an Instagram post, the actress described feeling “totally heartbroken” while finding some comfort in knowing he is now free from pain. She thanked her father for the memories, laughter, and the “legacy of excellence” he instilled in her and her siblings.
Dakore also remembered his love for music and sense of style, emphasizing that, despite complex family dynamics, he was “immensely loved and missed beyond comprehension.”
She wrote:
“My Darling #dakorians Dearest Papa passed away on the 1st of January 2026. Daddy, may your soul rest in perfect peace and power. I’m so totally heartbroken yet glad that you’re free from pain. I’m grateful for the memories and the laughter, your legacy of excellence that you instilled in my siblings and me, your love for music, and your sense of style! Despite the complexity of our family, you are immensely loved and missed beyond comprehension. I love you forever and till infinity and beyond. Dakorians. Pls say a word of prayer for my Dad and our family at this very difficult time as we grieve this devastating loss.”
Her brother, actor Timini Egbuson, also announced their father’s passing, vowing to continue making him proud.