Moji Afolayan Remembers Ade Love After 29 Years
Moji Afolayan remembers Ade Love 29 years after his death, recounting his final days in an emotional tribute filled with love and family memories
Moji Afolayan remembers Ade Love 29 years after his passing, sharing tender memories that shed light on the beloved filmmaker’s final days.
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In a moving reflection, the veteran actress described her father’s sudden illness during a 1996 Christmas trip to their hometown in Kwara State.
“My father wasn’t sick before we left Lagos,” she said. “We had gone to our hometown, and one of his father’s co-wives was celebrating. It was there that he suddenly became ill.”
Moji recalled that Ade Love was first taken to Ilorin for treatment, then insisted on returning to Lagos to see his personal doctor.
“He was taken from Ilorin to Lagos. While leaving, he asked his youngest wife to follow him. She said she wanted to stay back and take care of things. Then he said, ‘What if we don’t meet again?’”
His words, now deeply symbolic, were not understood at the time. Ade Love passed away on December 30, 1996, but his legacy continues to shape Nigerian cinema.
My father was a very good man.
The late actor and filmmaker, known for classics like Kadara and Taxi Driver, was a pioneer of Yoruba-language films and a founding figure in the early days of Nollywood.
His influence lives on through his children, including acclaimed actor and producer Kunle Afolayan, who continues to honour his father’s vision with award-winning projects.
Moji Afolayan noted that even after nearly three decades, her father’s memory still burns bright in the hearts of many.
“My father was a very good man,” she said.
“I pray I come through him in my next life. He was good and caring to the core.”
She added that Ade Love’s dedication to storytelling, culture, and family values remains a strong inspiration for her and her siblings.
As the family marked 29 years since his death, they took comfort in the lasting impact he made not just on screen, but in their lives.
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Her emotional tribute resonated with fans and colleagues alike, many of whom took to social media to honour Ade Love’s legacy and applaud Moji for keeping his memory alive.
