Sikiru Adesina (listen) (1971 – February 8, 2016), popularly known as Arakangudu, was a Nigerian film actor, director and producer.[1] He was best known for taking up roles as either a herbalist, armed robber or occultist in films.[2] On February 8, 2016, he died at his residence in Kaduna, Northern Nigeria.[3][4]

Sikiru Adesina
Born1971
Died8 February 2016 (aged 44–45)
NationalityNigerian
Other namesArakangudu
CitizenshipNigerian
Occupations
Known forRole as Herbalist, Armed Robber, Occultist in Films
Notable workIdunnu Mi

Filmography

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  • Temi Ni, Tie Ko (2004)
  • Agbede Ogun (2005)
  • Idunnu Mi (2007)
  • Ilu Gangan (2009)
  • Ogbologbo (2003)
  • Iya Oju Ogun (2007)
  • Ere Agbere (2005)
  • Agba Osugbo
  • Aje Olokun
  • Iya Oko Bournvita
  • Igba Owuro (2005)
  • Ayaba Oosa
  • Ajana oro
  • Fijabi
  • Oju Odaran Re
  • "Basira Badia"
  • Ogunmola bashorun ibadan”

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Adeniji, Gbenga (10 February 2016). "Arakangudu dies, for burial Wednesday". The Punch Newspaper. Retrieved 10 February 2016.
  2. ^ Ajasa, Femi (10 February 2016). "Stakeholders mourn Arakangudu, Yoruba veteran actor". Vanguard Newspaper. Retrieved 10 February 2016.
  3. ^ "Biography/Profile/History Of Late Yoruba Actor Sikiru Arakangudu". Daily Mail Nigeria. 9 February 2016. Archived from the original on 2016-03-05. Retrieved 10 February 2016.
  4. ^ "Popular Yoruba actor, Arakangudu, is dead". The Sun Newspaper. 10 February 2016. Retrieved 10 February 2016.[permanent dead link]
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