Just In: Antp Debunks Rumour Of Veteran Actor Lere Paimo’s Death

Veteran actor Lere Paimo is alive — Association of Nigeria Theatre Arts Practitioners (ANTP).

The Association of Nigeria Theatre Arts Practitioners (ANTP) has dismissed widespread rumours claiming that veteran Yoruba actor and cultural icon Olalere OsunPaimo has passed away.

In a statement released on Saturday and signed by the association’s National Public Relations Officer, Adejonwo Oluwafemi, ANTP confirmed that the actor—fondly known as Baba Eda Onile Ola—is alive and in good health.

“We would like to inform the public that reports circulating on Facebook about the passing of Chief Olalere OsunPaimo (MFR) are false,” the statement said.
“We have confirmed with Baba Eda Onile Ola’s wife that he is alive and in good health. Please disregard these false reports, which are being spread by unscrupulous individuals.”

The association urged the public to verify information before sharing, warning that the spread of unverified claims contributes to misinformation.

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