Award-winning Nigerian actress Ini Edo has announced the passing of her father. In an emotional Instagram post on Monday, February 24, the film star shared a photo of her late father and expressed her deep sorrow, describing his loss as “the hardest thing I have had to bear.”
“This post has been the hardest to make… I have lost my greatest cheerleader—my beloved father, my first love,” she wrote. “The heavens have gained an angel. You will forever remain in my heart. Rest on, King.”
Ini Edo did not disclose the cause of death or the date of his passing. Following her announcement, fans and colleagues flooded the comments section with messages of condolence and support.
Her loss comes just weeks after comedian Bovi mourned the passing of his father, Edward Sagini Ugboma, who passed away peacefully on February 13. Similarly, in December 2022, actress Lala Akindoju announced the death of her father, whom she described as a “present and loving father” at the age of 71.
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Ini Edo began her acting career in 2000 and gained widespread recognition in 2004 for her role in “World Apart.” Since then, she has featured in numerous Nollywood productions and earned multiple awards. In recent years, she expanded her reach by joining the cast of Netflix’s reality TV series “Young, Famous & African.” Additionally, in 2021, the actress welcomed a daughter through surrogacy after experiencing miscarriages and unsuccessful IVF procedures.
Ini Edo’s fans expressed their support and love during these tough times. Some fans responded by saying:
india.aisien I’m so sorry for your loss. Please be strong, Queen!!!
Bridalsbyhope Take heart
Gcreamz Sorry for your loss ma’am
Tracy.edwin My condolences Ma 
may God console you and your family 
Eso.dike May his soul rest in peace, Amen!
