- Veteran Yoruba actor, Chief Kanran, will be laid to rest at his residence in Lagos this Friday, September 12, 2025
- The 70-year-old film legend, who passed at the age of 70, was celebrated for his wit, luxury, and stage presence
- Nollywood stars and fans prepare to say farewell at his wake and burial services
The Yoruba movie industry is preparing to bid farewell to one of its most iconic figures, Chief Kanran, born Olusegun Akinremi.
His family had confirmed burial plans following his passing.
The legendary actor died on August 15 at the age of 70.
Chief Kanran passes on at the age of 70. Photos: UGC.Source: Instagram
His death was announced by film executive Seun Oloketuyi.
According to an official obituary released by his family, Chief Kanran will be buried at Beckley Estate, Abule Egba, Lagos State, on Friday, September 12, 2025.
The ceremonies began with a wake-keep and artistic night on Thursday, September 11, where colleagues, fans, and family members gathered to honour his life and towering contribution to theatre and film.
Femi Adebayo mourns Chief Kanran
Meanwhile, actor Femi Adebayo Salami has paid tribute to the late Kanran
Femi, who is the brain behind the hit movie Seven Doors, disclosed that he was still struggling to come to terms with the sudden passing of Chief Kanran.
Mourning the late actor, Femi described his death as overwhelming, as Chief Kanran had just completed his last acting performance on one of his projects.
Sharing pictures of the late Chief Kanran on his movie sets, Femi Adebayo wrote in a caption,
“Still struggling to come to terms with the sudden passing of Chief Segun Kehinde AkinRemi 💔 @chiefkanran This loss is particularly overwhelming, as he had only just concluded his last acting performance on one of my projects. May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings, grant him eternal rest in Aljannah Firdaus, be with his family, and give them the strength to carry through this loss. Rest well, sir.”
In related news, TheTalk.NG reported a video of Chief Kanran addressing his colleagues at a TAMPAN event in Canada.
The late actor emphasised the need to promote Nigerian culture and attire after some of his colleagues attended the event in English outfits.
Nigerians mourn Chief Kanran
TheTalk.NG captured some of the reactions from fans and followers.
sukette04 said:
“Rest Easy Uncle.”
kingremtop reacted:
“He has been through so much, Nigeria filmmakers please makes use of our legends while they are still alive in your movie. We misses them in our movies, the likes of Baba lere Paimo ,baba Ginadu, Baba Wande and co. Rest in peace Chief Karan.”
kz_johnson said:
“so sad RIP legend you make our childhood memorable the film industry will surely miss you.”
Chief Kanran gets Friday, September 12, as burial date. Photo: UGLC.Source: Twitter
US-based woman calls out Kanran
TheTalk.NG also reported that a US-based woman commented on Chief Kanran’s interview with Pastor Gabriel on social media.
Following the interview, a Nigerian woman based in America, Auto Bola, came online to call out the actor.
Auto Bola disclosed that it was not he first time Kanran would seek people’s help and support.
Source: TheTalk.NG
