Social media users have started mourning the Yoruba vlogger, Afobaje.

The businessman was reported to have collapsed on Saturday during a football match in Ikeja, Lagos.

The unexpected passing of the renowned Yoruba vlogger and entrepreneur, Afobaje, on Saturday, August 3, 2024, has stunned his extensive fan base.

Afobaje is said to have collapsed while playing football at the Ikeja Cement area in Lagos, leaving a legacy of cultural preservation and entertainment.

Afobaje gained recognition for his method of disseminating Yoruba culture via his vlogs. His skill in turning daily events into enthralling narratives earned him admiration in the digital realm.

His efforts extended past mere amusement; they served to safeguard and advance Yoruba customs contemporarily.

Social media is abuzz with tributes from fans and fellow creators, lauding Afobaje for his creativity and his role in promoting Yoruba culture to a broader audience. His sudden demise has led to a widespread expression of sorrow, uniting Nigerians from diverse backgrounds in mourning.

See below some of the tributes made to him:

Similarly, George Ogunde, the eldest son of the renowned theatre legend Hubert Ogunde, has passed away. His sister, Dayo Ogunde, shared the news of his death in a Facebook post on Thursday, July 18, without disclosing the cause or his age.