Nollywood actress Ajara Lasisi, popularly known as Aunty Ajara, has passed away after a prolonged battle with illness.

Her death was announced on Thursday by Nollywood director Tobi Oladele Teemony, also known as Tee Mony, in a statement shared on Instagram.

“With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved actress, Aunty Ajara. She passed on overnight after a long and courageous battle with illness,” the statement read.

Teemony disclosed that the late actress received “immense love, prayers, and financial support from kind-hearted people across the world” during her illness.

“We are deeply grateful to everyone who stood by her with prayers, contributions, encouragement, and compassion,” he added.

He further urged members of the public to stop sending donations to the account earlier shared for her medical treatment, noting that financial contributions were “no longer required.”

“Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, loved ones, and everyone grieving this painful loss,” the statement concluded.

The announcement was accompanied by a video message from her elder brother, Ridwan Lasisi, who confirmed her death.

“Good morning to you all. My name is Ridwan Lasisi. I am a brother to Ajara.

 The doctor confirmed to us this morning that Ajara has passed on,” he said.

He expressed appreciation to colleagues, fans, and industry stakeholders for their support and also appealed to the public to stop further donations.

“The one we were contributing for her sake is no more. We do not want you to send money into that account again. Thank you so much,” he added.

Aunty Ajara’s death comes barely a week after Teemony and other Nollywood figures, including Ronke Oshodi Oke, appealed for urgent financial assistance, stating that her condition had worsened despite ongoing treatment and support from well-wishers.

Earlier reports revealed that the actress, who was said to be pregnant, was battling a liver-related illness and had been placed on oxygen as her condition deteriorated.

Several Nollywood stars, including Wumi Toriola, Mide Martins, Afeez Owo, and Ronke Oshodi Oke, had rallied public support for her treatment amid growing concern over her health.