A prominent veteran comedian/actor Pa Moses Adejumo aka Baba Sala Is dead. Baba Sala, we exclusively gathered, died in the
Nigeria’s entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran comedian and actor, Pa Moses Adejumo, popularly known as Baba Sala.
Baba Sala, according to information gathered by our correspondent, died on Sunday evening, October 7, 2018, in his hometown, Ilesa, Osun State. He was 82.
His death was confirmed on Monday morning by one of his sons, Emmanuel Adejumo, bringing an end to the life of one of Nigeria’s celebrated pioneers of comedy and theatre.
Baba Sala had, in the past, been the subject of several false reports of death, making the latest confirmation particularly significant to his family, colleagues and admirers across the country.
The veteran entertainer had reportedly battled health challenges in his later years and at one point appealed publicly for financial assistance to enable him access medical treatment.
Born into an era when Nigerian entertainment was largely driven by travelling theatre groups and live performances, Baba Sala built a remarkable career that spanned several decades.
He was not only a comedian but also a singer, actor, producer and dramatist whose work helped shape the development of indigenous entertainment in Nigeria.
Known for his distinctive comic style and memorable stage performances, Baba Sala became one of the household names of the Yoruba entertainment tradition and earned a place among the pioneers who brought indigenous comedy and theatre to a wider Nigerian audience.
His contribution extended beyond performing, as he also nurtured talents and participated in productions that left a lasting mark on the country’s entertainment landscape.
News of his passing is expected to trigger tributes from colleagues, entertainers and admirers who witnessed his remarkable journey from the early days of Nigerian theatre to the height of his career on stage and screen.
Baba Sala’s death marks the loss of one of the figures whose work helped lay the foundation for the modern Nigerian comedy and entertainment industry.
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