The gospel film community in Nigeria is in mourning following the death of actor Omooba Oluwasegun Oyeyemi, with burial arrangements now confirmed for early July in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Oyeyemi, popularly known within gospel filmmaking circles as “Omooba”, was born on 5th June 1988 and died on 10th June 2026 at the age of 38.
Tributes have continued to pour in from colleagues in the gospel film industry, remembering Oyeyemi as a warm, deeply spiritual presence both on and off camera. Fellow filmmaker Tolu Adegbo described his passing as “the painful reality” balanced against the assurance of “eternal reign. In his words:
“Rest in peace, Omooba.
That smile was organic.
Omooba olusegun, You have been called to the back stage but your work will you were in stage keep speaking.
Adieu my Timo Timo.
ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜
We judge God faithful
The Painful Reality😫 💔
Earthly Loss, Eternal Reign🙌”
Another colleague, Adeola Jerry-Oluwagbemi shared an extended tribute on his official Facebook page, recalling how the pair first met on the set of the gospel film Fiwajomi at Bowen University in 2010.
In the tribute, Jerry-Oluwagbemi remembered Oyeyemi as a man who “lived every moment circumspectively with eternity in view,” noting his commitment to evangelism through the screen, his role as a present and intentional father, and the depth of their friendship over the years. He also referenced Oyeyemi’s known catchphrase energy and infectious smile, writing that his laughter and warmth would be deeply missed by those who worked alongside him.
Colleagues have particularly highlighted Oyeyemi’s association with the gospel drama scene, where his natural, unforced smile and easy charisma made him a recognisable face in productions aimed at spreading the Christian message through film.
According to the official memorial announcement released by the family, burial rites for Omooba Oluwasegun Oyeyemi will take place over two days in Ibadan. The Service of Songs will hold by 5:00PM on the 2nd of July, 2026, at the New Covenant Church, IMPA Estate, Palace Bus Stop, Akala Road, Akobo, Ibadan. The final burial will hold by 11:00AM on the: 3rd July, 2026, at the Garden of Saints Cemetery, opposite the Anglican Primary School, beside Sankore College, Olorunda Abaa, Akobo, Ibadan
The family has specified a dress code of white for both events and has requested that those with enquiries reach out via the contact lines provided: 0913 755 6714 and 0703 387 1445.
As gospel filmmakers, friends, and family prepare to gather in Ibadan to celebrate his life, the overriding sentiment among those who knew Oyeyemi has been one of gratitude mixed with grief - gratitude for a life that, though brief, was marked by faith, sincerity, and dedication to using film as a tool for evangelism. The New Man joins the gospel film community in extending condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Omooba Oluwasegun Oyeyemi, and invites readers within reach of Ibadan to join in honouring his memory at the Service of Songs and burial ceremony.
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