The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of Nollywood actress and beauty queen Tenia Abraham Omenogor, who died at the age of 32 after reportedly battling a kidney infection.
Abraham’s death was announced by her family on Thursday, October 15, 2026, through a statement shared on her TikTok account. The family described her as a talented performer and a cherished daughter, sister and friend whose passing had left them devastated.
According to details contained in her funeral announcement, the actress died on October 13, 2026. She was subsequently laid to rest at Gudu Cemetery in Abuja on Saturday, October 17.
The burial ceremony followed a gathering of relatives, friends and other mourners at the mortuary of the Federal Medical Centre, Jabi, Abuja, before the procession to the cemetery.
In their tribute, her family remembered her as a woman whose talent, warmth and personality made a lasting impression on those around her. They expressed confidence that her contributions and the memories she created would continue to live on despite her untimely death.
Beyond her work in Nollywood, Abraham also participated in beauty pageants and was known for holding the Beauty Queen South South 2020 title, reflecting her involvement in the entertainment and pageantry industries.
Following the announcement of her death, a social media post she published in August attracted renewed attention. In the message, Abraham reflected on the temporary nature of life and urged people to make love a priority in their relationships.
“One day we will leave this world. Let’s love lead,” she wrote.
The resurfaced message prompted emotional reactions from followers, many of whom reflected on its significance in light of her passing.
Her death at 32 has cut short a life that combined entertainment, beauty pageantry and personal connections with her supporters. As tributes continue, her family and loved ones are left to remember the actress for the talent and affection they say she brought into their lives.
