Olusegun Akinremi, the veteran Nollywood actor, who is fondly known as Chief Kanran, has d!ed at the age of 70.

The news was confirmed on Friday by movie producer, Seun Oloketuyi, who announced on Instagram that the popular actor passed away earlier in the day.

“Popular actor Segun Remi popularly known as Chief Kanran died Friday morning,” he wrote,

Chief Kanran was a well-known face in the Yoruba film industry, celebrated for his unique acting style, charm, sharp sense of humour, and powerful performances that made him a favourite on stage and in movies for many years.