Nigerian actress Adejumoke Aderounmu, known for her role as Esther in Funke Akindele’s Jenifa’s Diary series, has died. She was 40.

The actress’s brother, Adeola Aderounmu, confirmed her death on his Instagram story after news of the incident went viral on social media.

He revealed that the actress passed away on Saturday, April 6. However, he did not disclose the cause of her death.

Adeola Aderounmu also shared a flyer of burial arrangements and captioned the post, “You are in a better place now, my sister.”

adee — Adejumoke Aderounmu’s burial flyer

Aderounmu Adejumoke was a phenomenal actress, who became more famous due to her recurring role in the Jennifa’s Diary movie franchise in 2016 and has over ten movies (English/Yoruba) to her credit as an actress.

Apart from Jenifa’s Diary, Adejumoke featured in Toyin Abraham’s Alakada movie, which was a huge success.

She worked as an on-air personality at Goldmyne Entertainment Box Office as a TV show presenter under Daniel Ademinokan in 2010/2011. She worked at Concert Radio (an online Radio station in Nigeria) from 2012 until 2015.

Then, in 2012, she produced the first season of her TV show, The Lounge with Jumoke, an entertainment show featuring celebrity interviews and fashion opinions.

Her movie credits include ’’la Femme Anjola’’ (2021), ’’Gone’’ (2021), Industreet (2017), The Ex (2015), Jenifa’s Diary (2016), Alakada 2 (2013), Wings of My Dreams (2013), Dazzling Mirage (2014), Unwritten 1&2 (2009), Patriots TV series (2008) and Arugba (2008).

The forty-year-old actress was never confirmed to be married or even had any kids during her lifetime. Most of her personal life was kept private, as people only knew her for her work.

Aderounmu Adejumoke was off the grid when she wasn’t on screen. Her life was pretty low-key, with no controversy attached to her name. Adejumoke’s ability to remain relevant in the movie industry without causing any fuss was remarkable, and it served to protect her image.

Her death has served as a huge blow to the movie industry, especially for Yoruba moviemakers, as she was a staple part of their industry.

Nollywood Mourns Jumoke Aderounmu

The Nigerian film industry mourns the loss of rising star, Adejumoke Aderounmu as news of her passing spreads across social media.

Although details surrounding her death remain scarce, tributes from fans and well-wishers flood social media platforms in remembrance of the talented actress.

Details concerning Aderounmu’s death are yet to be made available to the public, as only sketchy information has been shared online.

Celebrity journalist Seun Oloketuyi, who shared an update on the actress’ demise, wrote: “A family member of former star of hit series Jenifa Diary Jumoke Aderonmu has tweeted that the budding actress is dead. Details are still sketchy. May she find peace with her maker.”

Nigerian filmmaker and actress, Funke Akindele, expressed her sadness over the passing of Adejumoke Aderounmu.

Taking to her Instagram story, the prominent Nollywood star and creator of ‘Jenifa’s Diary,’ paid tribute to her late co-star with a poignant message that read: “Sad!!! @jideawobona I still asked about her. Rest well Jumoke.”

Nigerian actresses Fathia Williams, Mistura Asunramu, Tawa Ajisefini, and Mary Remmy-Njoku amongst others have also mourned their colleague, Aderounmu Adejumoke’s sudden death.

“Haaaa my God, my mind went to her page recently o.”
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“Just heard she took her own life. Stop making fun of people struggling with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and mental health issues. JUST FOCKING STOP #DrKemi.”
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