Bisina SomtoIn a sad moment for the Yoruba film industry, veteran actor Chief Adedeji Aderemi, known professionally as Olofa Ina, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at the age of 73.
His departure leaves a void in the hearts of fans and colleagues who cherished his contributions to the world of Yoruba theatre and film.
Born on May 15, 1950, into the esteemed family of Late Chief Abdulsalam Aderemi and Late Madam Aisha Aderemi, in the Jagun-Olukosi compound in Ede, Osun State, Olofa Ina’s journey in the spotlight began during the reign of the Late Oba John Adetoyese Laoye, the then Timi of Ede Land.
In 1972, he founded the Olofa Ina Theatre Group, a groundbreaking initiative that paved the way for the staging of epical histories of Yoruba Warlords.
Collaborating with notable figures such as Erinfolamin, Dasofunjo, Gbolagade Akinpelu, and the late Oyetunji of Esinnla, he left an indelible mark on Yoruba entertainment.
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His multifaceted talents extended beyond acting, as he engaged in scriptwriting, script dialogue, and directing. Noteworthy productions like “Ija Omode,” “Idaamu Otunba,” “Ewe Orun,” “Kabiyesi Olodumare,” “Mayegun,” “Ejo Ngboro,” and “Lisabi Agbongbo Akala” showcased his exceptional skills and contributed to the rich tapestry of Yoruba cinema.
Before fully dedicating himself to Theatre Arts Practice, Olofa Ina pursued education at St. Peters Anglican Primary School and Baptist Secondary Modern School. His diverse skill set included vocational training in carpentry and joinery at Olukorede Furniture Industry.
He further served as a Grade II Officer with the Ministry of Works and Transport in Ibadan, Oyo State, from 1970 to 1977, followed by a stint as a Maintenance Officer with Daladson Hotel until his retirement in 1980.
Known by the title Sobaloju of Edeland, Olofa Ina made significant strides in Yoruba television productions, including the renowned series “Odetedo,” “Lakaaye,” “Kogun Maja,” and “Ade Oba.”
As we bid farewell to this icon, Baba Olofa Ina’s legacy lives on through the memories he created on screen and the impact he made on the Yoruba entertainment landscape.
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