The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of popular Nollywood producer and actor, Kayode Peters, who passed away in Canada. His death, which occurred just three days after celebrating his wedding anniversary, has left fans and colleagues in shock.
Though the circumstances surrounding his passing remain unclear, the news was confirmed on Saturday by entertainment blogger Cutie Juls via an Instagram post.
Kayode Peters was renowned for his role as Koko in the early 2000s comedy series Twilight Zone and Flatmates, a hit sitcom that endeared him to millions of viewers. Beyond his on-screen presence, Peters made remarkable contributions to Nigeria’s stage and screen, producing notable projects like Extended Family and Being Farouk.
His passing marks a significant loss to Nigeria’s contemporary theatre and television landscape. Tributes have begun to pour in from fans and industry peers celebrating his legacy and creative brilliance.
