Veteran Nollywood actress Peju Ogunmola has announced her return to acting, months after the heartbreaking loss of her son, Ayomikun.
Ogunmola, a respected figure in Yoruba Nollywood and daughter of the late theatre legend Kola Ogunmola, had been away from the spotlight while mourning her son’s passing. The news of his death drew an outpouring of love and sympathy from colleagues and fans across the country.
Several Nollywood stars, including Funsho Adeolu, Foluke Daramola, and others, took to social media to console Ogunmola and her husband, veteran actor Sunday Omobolanle, popularly known as Papi Luwe.
In an emotional video shared on her Instagram page on Saturday, the actress expressed gratitude to her fans, colleagues, and family for their unwavering support during her time of grief. The video, captioned “A new month, a new dawn,” marked her official return to the film industry.
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“The past months have been heavy, but your love, prayers, and condolences have carried me through the storm,” she said. “Today I rise, stronger, grateful, and ready to embrace my passion again. The screens have missed me… and I’m back, doing what I love most.”
Speaking partly in Yoruba, Ogunmola revealed that she had battled depression since losing her son two months ago, but found strength in the love shown to her from across the world.
“For the past two months since I lost my child, I have been depressed and in sadness. But as I have been sad, the whole world has let me know they are with me. I see all the love you have showered me with. I feel your prayers. Your care is also noticed. Thank you. I am grateful,” she said.
Quoting a Christian hymn, the actress reaffirmed her faith and acceptance of fate:
“When it is convenient for us, you are the Most High. When it is not, you are still the Most High,” she said, adding that her faith had helped her heal and find peace.
Expressing her determination to move forward, Ogunmola declared that she was ready to return to the craft that defines her.
“Today, I rise again, not because the pain is gone, but because I know Ayomikun would want me to. My passion calls, and it is time for me to return to the screen where I belong. To all filmmakers, directors, producers, and my industry colleagues out there, I am back stronger and wiser. Let’s make magic again.”
Ogunmola’s powerful message has resonated with many fans, who praised her courage, resilience, and deep faith.
The actress has built a legacy in both stage and screen productions over the years, earning her place as one of the pillars of Yoruba Nollywood. Her return marks not just a professional comeback, but a story of strength, healing, and renewed purpose.
“Today I rise again, it is time for me to return to the screen where I belong to. Not because the pain is gone but because I know my son would want me to” – Veteran Actress Peju Ogunmola pic.twitter.com/Wy7ZINhDCr
— Nollywood Citadel (@Nolly_Citadel) November 1, 2025