Popular Nollywood actress Adunni Ade has been thrown into mourning following the death of her mother, who passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, after a prolonged battle with an undisclosed illness.
The Nigerian-American actress confirmed the heartbreaking development in an emotional statement shared on her official Instagram page on Monday, describing her mother’s passing as a deeply painful personal loss.
Adunni, whose full name is Adunni Adewale, announced the death with a message of faith and acceptance, expressing her submission to the will of Almighty Allah.
“With a heavy heart and submission to the will of Almighty Allah, I announce the passing of my beloved mother, who returned to her Creator after a long battle with illness,” she wrote.
Although the actress disclosed that her mother had struggled with illness for an extended period, she did not reveal the nature of the medical condition or provide further details about the circumstances surrounding her death.
The announcement marked a sorrowful moment for the actress, who has built a successful career in Nigeria’s entertainment industry while maintaining strong connections to her multicultural family background.
Adunni Ade was born in New York, United States, to a Nigerian father of Yoruba descent and a German-Irish mother.
Her multicultural upbringing has been a notable part of her personal story as she established herself as a familiar face in Nollywood.
The actress, known for her performances in English and Yoruba-language productions, has remained active in the Nigerian film industry, earning recognition for her versatility and screen presence.
In her announcement, Adunni indicated that the family would communicate details of the funeral arrangements at a later date.
“Details of the funeral arrangements will be communicated in due course,” she stated.
The family has yet to publicly disclose information regarding the burial ceremony or other funeral activities.
The death comes as a painful personal chapter for the actress, whose announcement conveyed both grief and religious acceptance.
For Adunni and her family, the immediate focus remains the loss of a beloved mother after a prolonged period of illness, as they prepare to bid her a final farewell.
