It is another sad news for Nollywood as veteran actress Sidikat Odunkanwi h, hasdied. The actress notable for her roles in Yoruba films and popularly referred to as "Iyabo Oko" died on Wednesday June 28 2023, after a protracted struggle with complications arising from a stroke she suffered in 2015. The news of the 62 year old veteran movie star's passing was confirmed by her daughter, Bisi Aisha, who is a member of the military. Nollywood actress Foluke Daramola further confirmed the unfortunate news via her official Instagram account where she eulogized her deceased colleague.
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Sidikat Odunkanwi started her acting career as a teenager under Eda Onileola Theatre Troupe before she later got popular for her character role in the movie titled Oko; produced by Oga Bello. In 2015, she was diagnosed of Ischemic stroke which made her take a break from acting. In 2016, was honored with the Special Recognition Award at the City People Entertainment Awards for her contribution to the growth of the Yoruba Movie Industry.
May the deceased soul of Iyabo Oko rest in peace.
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