By John Dike, Osogbo
The Yoruba film industry has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of a popular actress, Bukky Mountain, under circumstances that remain unclear.
Information circulating online said she passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. She was said to have been buried the same day in line with Islami rites, a development that has since sparked reactions among fans and colleagues within the industry.
A video allegedly showing scenes from her burial has surfaced on social media, capturing a quiet and emotional gathering of mourners as prayers were offered before her interment.
The atmosphere in the footage reflects deep sorrow, although attendance appeared relatively low compared to what might be expected for a figure in the entertainment space.
Sources indicate that prior to her death, Bukky Mountain had been battling undisclosed health challenges. It was gathered that she had been in and out of the hospital in recent times, with some colleagues reportedly appealing to the public for financial assistance to support her treatment.
Her reported passing comes amid a series of recent losses within the Yoruba movie sector, further deepening concerns over the welfare and health conditions of actors in the industry.
As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official confirmation from the family, colleagues, or any recognized association within Nollywood regarding the actress’ death. This has left many questioning the authenticity of the reports, while others continue to mourn based on the circulating information.
Industry stakeholders and fans are therefore urged to await credible verification from authoritative sources before drawing conclusions.
Meanwhile, tributes and reactions have begun to trickle in on social media, highlighting the impact the late actress was believed to have made during her time in the Yoruba film industry.
As posted on its Facebook page by Nolly Movie Lovers:
“The Yoruba movie industry has once again been thrown into deep sorrow as news breaks of the painful løss of fast-rising actress Bukky Mountain.
She reportedly passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, under circumstances that are still unclear. Her sudden deãth has left fans, colleagues, and loved ones in shock, struggling to come to terms with the heartbreaking reality.
According to emerging reports, the actress was laid to rest the same day in accordance with Islamic rites — a quiet, emotional farewell that reflected both tradition and the urgency of loss.
A viral video from the burial has since surfaced online, capturing moments that have moved many to tears. In the footage, mourners stood in silence as her lifeless body was brought down from the hearse. Prayers were offered in a heavy atmosphere filled with grief, before she was finally lowered into the ground.
It was a painful goodbye.
Though a few colleagues were present to pay their last respects, the turnout appeared modest — a reminder of how quickly life fades, even for those once in the spotlight.
Before her deāth, Bukky Mountain had reportedly been battling serious health challenges. Sources say she had been in and out of the hospital, prompting public appeals from fellow actors who sought financial help for her treatment.
Sadly, help came too late.
Her passing adds to the growing list of painful losses in the industry. In just a few months, Nollywood has been forced to mourn several stars, including Aunty Ajara, who died after battling illness, and Allwell Ademola, who reportedly passed away after a cardiac arrest.
The repeated tragedies have sparked concern among fans and insiders, with many pointing to the ongoing health struggles and lack of support for veteran actors in the Yoruba film sector.
Now, another voice has gone silent.
Another story has ended.
And once again, the industry mourns.
“She is gone… but her memory will live on.”
