A rumour circulating on Friday claiming that veteran actor, filmmaker, and producer, Chief Lere Paimo, popularly known as Eda Onileola, had died has been debunked by family associates and industry stakeholders.
A close source, who declined to have her name published said the iconic thespian is alive and in good condition.
“I spoke with Baba gangan a few minutes ago. He’s alive, jare. I’m sure a blogger looking for traffic started the rumour,” she said.
Similarly, the Personal Assistant to Chief Lere Paimo, MFR, dismissed the viral report, describing it as a “figment of imagination.” The Association of Nigeria Theatre Arts Practitioners (ANTP) also confirmed that the legendary actor is alive.
“Baba is very much alive, he is not dead. It is unfortunate how people could be despicable. I am with Baba now, and there is nothing like that. Baba is still asleep,” his PA, Ariyo.
