Nollywood actress Ajara Lasisi, popularly known as Aunty Ajara, has died after battling an undisclosed illness, her family has announced.
Her death occurred while colleagues were raising funds to support her treatment as her health continued to decline, despite medical care and financial efforts made by her family.
The development was confirmed on Thursday by her elder brother, Ridwan Lasisi, in a video obtained by The Guild correspondent.
Speaking on behalf of the family, Lasisi said medical experts pronounced her dead after all efforts to manage the illness failed.
He also appealed for the ongoing fundraising to be stopped, following her death.
Lasisi thanked the actress’s colleagues for their financial and moral support during her illness.