Nollywood stars are grieving over the death of the Onipokia of Ipokia Kingdom in Yewa, Ogun State, Dr Oba Yisa Sola Adeniyi Olaniyan.
According to reports online, he passed away at the age of 55 on June 27th, 2026, following complications arising from a surgical procedure.
The news of the monarch’s passing has thrown the kingdom into mourning, with tributes pouring in from indigenes, friends, and well-wishers.
Joining them, Yoruba Nollywood stars flooded their social media pages with tributes to the King.
Seyi Edun said she is speechless and shocked, and doesn’t want to believe the news. She prayed for his soul to rest in peace and prayed for God to console his family.
“Haaa Kabiyesi.
I’m speechless! I don’t wanna believe this news, I’m still in shock.
May your kind soul RIP. E sunree Onipokia. Your good legacy lives on. May God console your family. Amin”.
TAMPAN president, Mr Latin, praised the Kabiesi for his unmatched humility, kindness and willingness. He attested that he is personally a beneficiary of his generosity and will forever cherish his support.
The veteran said that the monarch’s love for his people, especially the creative industry, will never be forgotten, and prayed that God grant him eternal rest.
“Today, I mourn the passing of a truly exceptional Royal Majesty. @kabiyesi_onipokia_ Long before he ascended the throne, his humility, kindness, and willingness to help others were unmatched. I am personally a beneficiary of his generosity, and I will forever cherish his support.
His love for people, especially the creative industry, will never be forgotten. We have lost not just a king, but a compassionate father and a true friend.
May Almighty God grant Your Royal Majesty eternal rest. Your legacy of kindness will live on forever”.
Akin Boss noted how some leave footprints on people’s hearts that can’t be erased, and he is one of them. She disclosed that the deceased was more than a brother, as he welcomed her with open arms, made every journey easier, connected her with opportunities, and made a foreign place feel like home.
“Some people leave footprints on our hearts that time can never erase.
You were more than a brother; you welcomed us with open arms, made every journey easier, connected us with opportunities and made a foreign place feel like home.
Kabiyesi Onipokia, the royal majestic
Your kindness, generosity and selflessness will never be forgotten.
Thank you for every door you opened and every life you touched. I feel so sad writing this, and I didn’t know I’d be writing it for you anytime soon.
Rest peacefully in the bosom of Christ.
You will be deeply missed, but your impact will live on forever”.
Jigan expressed heartbreak over his death, “Omo!”
Funke Etti had concurred with an Instagram user who described him as the most humble person. Funke said he was a very nice man.
“Very nice, man”
May his soul rest in peace.
Kabiyesi, who lived in the United States for 23 years before ascending the throne, was installed as the 46th Onipokia of Ipokia in 2020 and reigned from 2020 to 2026. During his reign, he was known for his commitment to the growth and development of the Ipokia Kingdom and the welfare of his people.
