By Temitope Olagbaju
Popular Nigerian comic actor, Bamidele Tope Saint, professionally known as Okemesi, has died.
He was pronounced dead at about 11:50am on Tuesday.
Reports indicate that the actor passed away at a hospital after spending several hours in a coma, allegedly following complications from medication administered during treatment.
The news of his death was announced in a video shared on Instagram by fellow actor, Tony Montana Jeff, who disclosed that Okemesi’s body had been deposited in the mortuary.
“With a heavy heart, I’m announcing to the world that Okemesi is dead. The doctor pronounced him dead at exactly 11:50 a.m. this morning, February 24, 2026. Okemesi is gone,” he said.
Speaking on behalf of the Bamidele family, he added: “On behalf of the entire Bamidele family, I’m announcing to the world that Oluwatope Bamidele Saint Okemesi is dead. We have taken the body to the morgue. I will communicate the rest of the arrangements to you. We appreciate everyone who turned up for him. May God forgive Okemesi and rest his soul.”
Okemesi was widely known for his comic roles and online skits, earning a loyal following for his humour and distinctive performance style.
Further details regarding funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by the family.
