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TINUBU MOURNS DEATH OF ICONIC ACTOR AND PLAYWRIGHT, JIMI SOLANKE

President Tinubu mourns the literary and cultural virtuoso and describes him as one of the finest of Nigeria's creative artists

Newsroom Nigeria by Newsroom Nigeria
February 5, 2024
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It is with a heavy heart that President Bola Tinubu receives the news of the passing of Nigeria’s creative icon, Mr. Jimi Solanke, who died on Monday.

Baba Solanke was an actor, dramatist, folk singer, poet, and playwright.

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President Tinubu mourns the literary and cultural virtuoso and describes him as one of the finest of Nigeria’s creative artists and bastion of our cherished mores and cultural heritage.

The President condoles with the Solanke family and all those who mourn this painful loss while praying for the peaceful repose of the beloved departed

Solanke breathed his last on Monday morning after a brief illness while en route to the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital.

Pa Jimi Solanke popularly known as Baba Agba was born on July 4, 1942, in Ipara Remo, Ogun State. Jimi Solanke’s artistic journey began as a pioneer member of the Orisun Theatre Group, founded by the renowned Wole Soyinka, in 1961. His contributions to the global entertainment industry spanned seven decades, leaving an indelible mark on various platforms, from the Western Nigeria Television in the 1960s to international festivals in Senegal and Algeria during the 1970s.

Solanke’s versatility shone through in epic performances such as “Death and the King’s Horseman,” “Kurunmi,” “Kongi’s Harvest,” “The Divorce,” and “Ovaramwen Nogbaisi.”

His captivating stagecraft and theatrical brilliance earned him accolades and recognition, both locally and internationally.

The Oxford Times hailed him as a “Skilled Nigerian Actor,” and the New York Times recognized him as the star of an “Excellent Troupe” during a performance of Wole Soyinka’s “Kongi’s Harvest.”

He was a consummate quintessential songwriter, performer, visual artist, and storyteller extraordinaire.

Described as “a better singer than an actor” by those who witnessed his enchanting performances, he often referred to himself as an “actor-singer,” seamlessly merging his acting prowess with musical delivery.

His impact extended beyond the stage and screen, as Solanke was the Founder and Artistic Director of Ibudo Asa in Ipara Remo, Remo North Local Government, Ogun State, Nigeria.

He leaves behind a legacy that transcends borders, resonating in the hearts of those who had the privilege to witness his artistry.

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