Popular Yoruba actress Iyabo Oko dies after prolonged illness

Iyabo Oko, a popular Yoruba actress, has died after a protracted illness.Sidikat Odunkanwi, also known as Iyabo Oko, a Yoruba actress, has died after a protracted illness.Bisi Aisha, her daughter, revealed the news this afternoon on Instagram, writing, "It is well with your soul, mummy, RIP" and "Wurami, rest in peace."Bisi Aisha, her daughter, revealed the news this afternoon on Instagram, writing, "It is well with your soul, mummy, RIP" and "Wurami, rest in peace."This is not the first time the actress has been pronounced dead. In January 2022, she was pronounced dead after a cardiac arrest, but after 3 hours came back to life after a pulse was found and she moved. After her death was announced in 2022 by her daughter, many were awed by how the actress had come back to life. Born in Iwo, Osun State, her acting career began in 1973 with the Eda Onileola theatre troupe. She gained popularity from the Oga Bello-produced Oko, which is where she derived her nickname 'Iyabo Oko'. The veteran quickly became known for her numerous roles in Yoruba movies like Idunnu Okan and Okobo Dimeji. Iyabo Oko is survived by her children and grandchildren.