The Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (ANTP) has dismissed reports claiming that veteran Yoruba actor and cultural icon Olalere OsunPaimo, popularly known as Baba Eda Onile Ola, has died.

In a statement signed by the group’s National Public Relations Officer, Adejonwo Oluwafemi, ANTP said the rumour, which spread on Facebook, is false.

The association confirmed through the actor’s wife that he is alive and in good health.

ANTP described the reports as the work of “unscrupulous individuals” and urged the public to stop sharing unverified claims.

The group advised people to always confirm information before posting it online to help prevent the spread of misinformation.

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