One of the legends in the Yoruba movie genre of Nollywood, Alhaji Yekini Omobolanle popularly known as Babalegba is dead.
Though, we are yet to get more details about his death but we were told that he died in the early hours of today at his abode in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
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The news of his death was posted on Facebook by Late Baba Sala’s son, Adejumo Boisala Emmanuel, who wrote on his page, “Alhaji Yekini Omobolanle popularly known as Babalegba died in the early hours of today (midnight precisely).
According to him, the late actor was a friend and supporter of his father until his death. He revealed that Babalegba joined Alawada Theatre Group in 1974 and was playing comic roles along with Baba Sala. He also stated that sometimes, he played the role of a herbalist. At other times, he played the role of a police officer however, most times, he was in one comic role and another.
Recalling the impact of the veteran actor in his life, Emmanuel revealed that he contributed a lot to his success as he prays that his soul would rest in peace.
