Atiku, Macaroni, Woli Arole, others mourn Baba Suwe’s demise
Popular thespians such as Debo Adedayo popularly known as Mr Macaroni, Woli Arole, and prominent Nigerians, including former vice president Atiku Abubakar, have been mourning the demise of veteran actor, Babatunde Omidina popularly known as Baba Suwe.
Mr Abubakar tweeted: “Babatunde Omidina, aka Baba Suwe, thank you so very much for bringing so much happiness and joy into our homes. May your soul rest in peace.”
Mr Macaroni also wrote: “The great Baba Suwe! Legend Forever! May your soul rest in perfect peace.”
Also commenting, Woli Arole, said he was excited the thespian was celebrated while he was alive, adding, “Rest in Peace, Baba Suwe. I am excited we were able to celebrate you while you were alive.”
Popular musician, Samklef, also wrote that “THE GREAT BABA SUWE HAVE LEFT US. HE WAS A GREAT MAN. FOREVER A LEGEND. RIP BABA SUWE.”
Baba Suwe was a comedic actor who made even the tensest scenes humorous.
He was previously accused of cocaine trafficking but was eventually cleared, although the incident had a terrible impact on his career.
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