In an emergency video broadcast uploaded to @owolabiajasa_mr_porsche on Instagram, veteran Nollywood actor Owolabi Ajasa addressed distressing viral reports claiming he had passed away. Directing his message to fans and industry colleagues, the actor firmly dispelled the rumors, confirming he is completely healthy and actively working on movie sets.
Ajasa expressed frustration over unverified online blogs disseminating false information for internet traffic and social media engagement. He urged his well-wishers to remain calm and verify news through authentic actor handles before spreading alarming death claims.
The Nation Nigeria newspaper covered the development, reporting that “the Yoruba film star assured supporters by stating ‘I’m hale, healthy’ amid circulating rumors” on social platforms. Furthermore, Vanguard Newspaper portal verified that “Ajasa urged fans to ‘disregard fake news’ created by clout-chasing blogs” seeking clickbait.
Echotitbits take: False death rumors surrounding veteran actors remain a recurring, harmful trend across Nigerian social media ecosystems. This incident highlights the urgent need for stricter regulation against death-hoax clickbait blogs and emphasizes why audiences should rely strictly on verified individual updates during medical or lifestyle rumors.
Source: @owolabiajasa_mr_porsche — https://www.instagram.com/owolabiajasa_mr_porsche, July 18, 2026
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