Famous Nollywood actor Olusegun Akinremi, professionally known as Chief Kanran, is dead.
The actor reportedly died at the age of 72 on Friday morning.
Seun Oloketuyi, a popular filmmaker, announced the actor’s passing in a post on Instagram.
“Popular actor, Segun Remi died Friday morning,” he wrote.
At the time of filing this report, details about his death were still sketchy.
Akinremi was a respected figure in the Yoruba-language film industry, known for his expressive acting style, comedic brilliance, and cultural storytelling. He began his career in theatre after studying at the University of Lagos’ Centre for Cultural Studies, later earning a diploma in directing, acting, and film production from Obafemi Awolowo University. His breakout came with his portrayal of Alafin Kanran in a television revival by LTV-8 and Osumare Theatre, a role that gave him the nickname by which he became famous.
Over the years, he appeared in numerous stage plays, television dramas, and Yoruba movies, often portraying wealthy, influential, or traditional authority figures. Some of his notable works include Ejo Nla, Iku Lopin, Owo Blow, Aje Metta, and Baba Lukudi.
Though details about the cause of his death have not yet been disclosed, tributes have been pouring in from colleagues, fans, and industry stakeholders, describing him as a consummate professional who left an enduring mark on Nigerian entertainment.
