Yoruba Nollywood actress Atinuke Remilekun Kareem, popularly known as Atinuke Kareem, has died following a prolonged battle with breast cancer.
The actress passed away barely four months after she publicly appealed for financial assistance to support her medical treatment.
Owolabi Ajasa, President of the Ogun State chapter of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), announced her death in an Instagram post on Tuesday.
In the statement, Ajasa expressed deep appreciation to everyone who contributed money, offered prayers, or provided support during her illness.
“We sincerely appreciate everyone who contributed financially, offered prayers, encouragement, and support towards the treatment of our dear colleague, Atinuke Remilekun Kareem,” the statement read.
“Your kindness and sacrifice during her difficult moment meant so much to her family and all of us. We are deeply grateful. Sadly, despite all our efforts and prayers, Atinuke has passed on and answered the final call.
We cannot question the Almighty God. We can only submit to His will and pray that He grants her eternal rest and gives her family, colleagues, and loved ones the strength to bear this painful loss.
Thank you all for standing with her. May God bless you abundantly.
Rest in peace, Atinuke Remilekun Kareem.”
The Nollywood community and fans continue to mourn the loss of the actress.