Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Zeenat Balogun, daughter of veteran actor Saidi Balogun. Taking to her Instagram page, Laide shared a heartfelt TikTok video of herself and Zeenat from a recent movie set, reminiscing about their last moments together.
In her tribute, Laide described Zeenat as an active and healthy young woman, expressing disbelief at the news of her sudden death. She mentioned that she had woken up to unsettling rumors about Zeenat’s passing, and just last month, they had been working together on a film set.
The sudden loss has sent shockwaves through the Nollywood community, with many still in disbelief over the untimely passing of such a vibrant soul.
Laide added that she had reached out to Saidi, but she couldn’t get to him.
“Woke up to some negative hearsay About @Zeenatbaogun. This was just on set last month; a very active and healthy young lady; how can she? What’s this talk about? This is not clear o!! I tried @saidibalogun immediately, couldn’t reach him. E gba mi! Ki Lon Se le?? Deleting post soon Abeg!”.
Gossipinfo news reported that Saidi Balogun, via his Instagram page, shared a photo of a candlelight with flowers surrounding it, with several birds and heartbroken emojis.
Many of his colleagues had sent in their condolence messages.
Taking to her Instagram page, Allwell Ademola shared a candlelight photo as she expressed how shocked she is over the news. She prayed that it was all a dream.
Kunle Afod told the veteran to take heart.
Yomi Fash Lanso prayed that God console him, cushion his pains, and wipe away his tears.
Adeniyi Johnson sent him his condolence message and Ronke Oshodi Oke noted how no words can ease his pains as she prays he finds strength in the love and support surrounding him.