Peter Obi mourns Kannywood actress, Saratu

Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed  sadness over the sudden passing of Kannywood actress, Saratu Gidado Daso.

Daso’s unexpected demise has left a void in Nigeria’s entertainment industry, with Obi highlighting her exceptional talent and contributions to Kannywood.

He wrote: “It is with deep sadness that I received the shocking news of the passing on of veteran Nigerian actress, Saratu Gidado Daso. She was an outstanding figure in Nigeria’s viable entertainment sector and her contributions to the growth of Kannywood have left an indelible mark in the industry.

“She was an embodiment of talent which endeared her to many fans. Through unwavering dedication to her craft, she developed her acting skills by which she remained celebrated till death.

“Her absence will be sorely felt in the entertainment industry and by her fans. As we mourn the loss of Saratu Gidado Daso, let us also celebrate the legacy she leaves behind. Her impact on Kannywood and the wider film industry will continue to be felt for years to come.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched. May God Almighty forgive her sins and grant her eternal rest, and grant her family, the entire Kannywood and entertainment industry,and indeed, all of us, the fortitude to bear her irreplaceable loss.”