THE demise of Nollywood actor, Quadri Oyebamij, popularly known as Sisi Quadri, has thrown the movie industry into mourning. The cause of his death has not been made public, but reports say that the thespian died due to an ‘undisclosed illness. In this article, Naija News highlights ten things you should know about …
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Nollywood Actor, Sisi Quadri is Dead
A Nollywood actor, Tolani Quadri Oyebamiji, who is more popularly known as Sisi Quadri, has died. Sisi Quadri has passed on at the age of 44. His death was revealed by some of his colleagues in the Yoruba movie industry. Writing on her verified Instagram handle, actress Abiola Bayo said: …
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