Nigerian comedian Raji Samad Adetola, popularly known as Mr Sanku Comedy, died after a car accident in Ibadan. The crash occurred in the early hours of Monday on the Oyo‑Ogbomoso road when the vehicle he was traveling in plunged into a ditch. He was accompanied by a friend; both were rushed to hospital but were later pronounced dead. Pictures and videos shared on social media show the extensive damage to the car.
Sanku was a well‑known skit maker celebrated for his distinctive storytelling and comedic style. He began creating content in 2021 and quickly amassed a sizable following. His untimely death has shocked fans and colleagues across the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Nollywood actress Funmi Awelewa expressed her grief on Instagram, revealing that she had sent someone to check on Sanku at the hospital. She was initially told he was responding to treatment, but despite her prayers, he eventually passed away. The industry has lost a talented young comedian, and his death serves as a stark reminder of life’s risks and uncertainties. As news spreads, fans and peers continue to pay tribute to his memory, mourning the loss of a gifted and beloved artist.
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