Nollywood Mourns as Actress, Beauty Queen Tenia Abraham Dies at 32

The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, is mourning the death of actress and beauty queen Tenia Abraham Omenogor, who died at the age of 32 after suffering from a kidney infection.

Abraham died on October 13, 2026, and was buried at Gudu Cemetery in Abuja on Saturday, October 17, according to an obituary shared on her Instagram page.

Her family announced her death on Thursday, October 15, through her TikTok account, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of the actress, whom they described as a vibrant talent and a loving daughter, sister and friend.

“With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved Nollywood actress, a vibrant talent, a loving daughter, sister and friend,” the family said in its announcement.

The obituary identified the late actress as Tenia Abraham Omenogor and stated that she died after suffering from a kidney infection. However, the family did not provide further medical details about her illness.

The burial arrangements indicated that relatives, friends and well-wishers were expected to gather at the mortuary of the Federal Medical Centre, Jabi, Abuja, before proceeding to Gudu Cemetery for the burial.

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In a tribute to the deceased, her family described her as a gifted talent whose life touched those around her.

“She lived with passion, touched many lives with her talent and left behind a legacy that will never be forgotten,” the obituary stated.

The family also paid an emotional tribute to the actress, saying her talent, beauty and kindness would remain in their memories.

“Your light may have gone out from this world, but your talent, beauty and kindness will forever live in our hearts,” the tribute read.

Beyond her acting career, Abraham was involved in beauty pageants and held the Beauty Queen South South 2020 title, adding to her profile in Nigeria’s entertainment industry.

Following news of her death, attention also turned to a social media post she shared in August, in which she reflected on mortality and encouraged people to show love to one another.

“One day we will leave this world. Let’s love lead,” she wrote.

The message resurfaced following her death, drawing emotional reactions from social media users who reflected on the actress’s words.

Her death at 32 marks a painful loss for her family, friends, colleagues and admirers, who will remember her for her work in Nollywood and her achievements in beauty pageantry.