Nollywood actor Solomon Akiyesi has reportedly died in his sleep.

The Cable reports that the president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Abubakar Yakubu, confirmed Akiyesi’s passing on Monday.

According to Mr Yakubu, the actor died in his sleep on Sunday. He also disclosed that the actor’s body has since been deposited at a mortuary in Abuja.

Late Akiyesi

“Yes, it is true. He died yesterday. Slept and did not wake up. We await further details from the family. His body is in the morgue in Abuja, where the sad incident happened,” The Cable quotes Mr Yakubu as saying.

Akiyesi was born and raised in Ososo, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area, Edo State.

He had his primary and secondary education in his hometown before enrolling at the University of Ibadan for his tertiary education.

An actor, producer, and director, Akiyesi starred in several significant films, including ‘Deadly Affair’ (1995), ‘Olaedo the Fisher Girl’ 2 (2015), ‘Gen Z Wife (2024), ‘Kiss My Pain’, ‘Heart of a Saint’ and others.

He served on the Board of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) and was the President of the National Association of Ososo Creatives.

Colleagues have taken to social media to pay tribute, describing Akiyesi as a versatile actor whose performances left a lasting impression.

Actress Celestina Dovigalle described him as lively and full of energy, noting that he brought joy to every set.

Akiyesi was known for roles in films such as Desperate Ladies, Pretty Liars, Bridge of Contract, Heart of a Saint, Marry Who You Love (2016), Gen Z Wife (2024), and Accidentally Us (2025).

A native of Ososo in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State, he began his Nollywood career in the late 1990s and featured in over 100 films, earning recognition as both an actor and producer.