Nollywood actor Saheed Balogun has announced the tragic passing of his daughter, Zeenat Balogun. The actor shared the heartbreaking news on his verified Instagram account on Saturday, October 5, 2024, posting a solemn image of a candle surrounded by flowers, accompanied by heartbroken emojis. The cause of Zeenat’s death has not yet been confirmed.
Shortly after Saheed’s announcement, his former wife, Fathia Williams Balogun, took to her Instagram to confirm the news, sharing an image of a candle and writing, “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un.”
Fellow actress Ronke Ojo, known as Ronke Oshodi Oke, also expressed her condolences on social media. She wrote, “No words can ease the pain of losing someone so precious. My heart goes out to you, @saidibalogun, during this incredibly difficult time. May you find strength in the love and support surrounding you,” alongside a photo of a burning candle.
Numerous other notable figures in the industry, including actors Niyi Johnson and Oluwaseyi Edun, Bolaji Amusan (Mr. Latin), Adekunle Afod, and Tayo Sobola, have also shared their condolence messages in the comments section of Saheed’s post, showing support during this difficult time