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Veteran broadcaster and actor, Sadiq Daba, who died on Wednesday has been laid to rest at a cemetery in Agege, Lagos.
The actor who starred in October 1, Citation and many other top movies died after a long battle with leukaemia and prostate cancer.
His death was announced by the
Nigerian Television Authority via a tweet that said, “Sad News; Veteran broadcaster and Nollywood actor Sadiq Daba is dead. He died this evening (Wednesday) after a long and excruciating battle with leukaemia and prostate cancer. May His Gentle Soul Rest in Perfect Peace #RIPSadiqDaba.”
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(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Some Nigerian actors on Thursday mourned the late actor and broadcaster, Sadiq Daba, who died Wednesday, March 3, during a protracted illness.
The actors took to their Instagram pages to pay tributes to the late thespian who had contributed meaningfully to the growth of the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Actor Saheed Balogun said: “Goodnight Uncle Sadiq Daba. May your soul rest in perfect peace”.
Actress Joke Silva wrote, “Uncle Sadiq, you had a good run. I thank God that you worked till the end. Rest well dear friend. Rest well.”
Also, movie producer, Kunle Afolayan, wrote, “You will be missed, Uncle S. You made your mark”.
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