According to Legit NG, Nollywood leading man Timini Egbuson was joined by a host of industry colleagues and friends as he performed the final burial rites for his father today. The actor, who has been relatively quiet on social media since the passing of the Egbuson patriarch, shared glimpses of the somber ceremony, which was marked by both mourning and a celebration of life.
The event saw a significant turnout from the Nigerian film community, reflecting the high regard in which Timini and his sister, veteran actress Dakore Egbuson-Akande, are held. Guests described the atmosphere as emotional but dignified, as the family honored the man who raised two of the country’s most prominent screen stars.
Timini’s final goodbye message to his “papa” has resonated deeply with his fanbase, many of whom have flooded his comment sections with prayers and condolences. The actor had previously spoken about his father’s influence on his career, often crediting his family’s support for his rise to becoming one of Nollywood’s most bankable leading men.
Following the burial, the family is expected to hold a private reception. This moment of personal loss comes during a busy year for Timini, who has several major box-office projects currently in production.
* The Nation reported on the funeral proceedings: “Friends and well-wishers gathered to support the Egbuson family as they laid their patriarch to rest in an emotional ceremony.”
* BellaNaija shared tributes from the event, noting: “Colleagues in the movie industry have continued to send messages of strength to Timini and Dakore during this difficult time.”
Echotitbits take: The Egbuson family is Nollywood royalty, and the outpouring of support shows the tight-knit nature of the industry’s “A-list” circle. For Timini, who is often seen as the life of the party, this public display of vulnerability and grief humanizes his brand. Expect a short hiatus from the screen as he takes time to grieve before returning to his heavy filming schedule.
Source: KemiFilani — https://www.kemifilani.ng/entertainment/dakore-akande-and-timini-lay-father-to-rest February 6, 2026
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