Nigerian actor and filmmaker Okiki Adesina, popularly known by his stage name Janmole, has tragically died in a car accident on Monday, June 1, 2026.
His death was confirmed by Bolaji Amusan, also known as Mr Latin, who is the President of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN). Amusan made the announcement on his Instagram page on Tuesday.
“May the soul of our departed colleague, Adesina Okiki Janmole, who tragically lost his life in an accident, rest in perfect peace. May God grant his family, friends, and colleagues the strength and comfort to bear this irreparable loss. He will be greatly missed. Amen,” he wrote.
Career and Contributions
Okiki Adesina was a veteran filmmaker and comedian with a career spanning several years in the Nigerian entertainment industry. He was widely recognized for his versatility and comedic talent, earning a loyal fanbase across Nigeria and beyond.
He was known for his contributions to Yoruba-language films and for mentoring young actors in the Nigerian film sector.
Previous Close Call
Reports indicate that Adesina survived a fire accident along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway nearly four years ago, making his sudden death in a road accident all the more tragic.
Condolences and Tributes
Fans, colleagues, and fellow entertainers have taken to social media to express their grief and offer condolences to his family. The Nigerian entertainment community mourns the loss of one of its iconic performers.
