Nollywood actor Adeniyi Johnson has urged filmmaker Bola Akande to break her silence following the untimely death of up-and-coming actor Ola Lawal, who reportedly died while working on a movie set under her supervision.
In an emotional post on Instagram, Johnson mourned the actor’s passing and called out Akande for not addressing the situation publicly.
Though he clarified he wasn’t placing blame on her, Johnson emphasized the need for openness and empathy, writing:
“We’re shocked and saddened by OLA’s passing. Your silence is deafening. We’re not blaming you for his death, but we urge you to acknowledge the situation, share your side of the story, and consider supporting the family.”
He also shared that Ola’s father felt hurt and disrespected by the way the matter was handled, especially after being asked for his other son’s bank details soon after the tragedy. Johnson wrote:
“The father feels disrespected, citing a lack of human feeling by requesting the brother’s account number shortly after OLA’s passing, as if he were for sale.”
The post has stirred reactions online, with many calling for more accountability in Nollywood productions.
