The popular veteran broadcaster and actor, Sadiq Abubakar Daba, who died on Wednesday, has been laid to rest. The actor was buried according to Islamic rites at the Agege Hausa Cemetery in Lagos today (Thursday).
Daba came to the limelight in the late 1970s after he starred in Cockcrow at Dawn and a host of others. The veteran actor became more popular after he featured in Kunle Afolayan’s October 1st movie, Citation and many other top movies.
He died after a long battle with leukaemia and prostate cancer.
His death was announced by the Nigerian Television Authority via a tweet that said, “Sad News; Veteran broadcaster and Nollywood actor Sadiq Daba is dead. He died this evening (Wednesday) after a long and excruciating battle with leukaemia and prostate cancer. May His Gentle Soul Rest in Perfect Peace #RIPSadiqDaba.”
He had two children and grandchildren.
However, some prominent Nigerians have taken to social media to mourn the deceased actor. Among them is former Vice-President Atiku, who appreciated him for the joy he brought to homes.