A close associate of the late Nollywood actress Tope Osoba has shared what appears to be her final social media message, and it has left many struggling to hold back tears. Influencer Temilola Sobola took to Instagram on August 5, 2026, the same day news of Tope Osoba's death broke online following a battle with cancer, to share a screenshot of the actress's last WhatsApp status update.
Final WhatsApp Status: 'Ogo Tuntun'
According to the screenshot, Tope Osoba posted the status at 7:23pm on the evening of August 4, just hours before she died. The message, written in Yoruba, read: "OGO TUNTUN" — meaning "New Glory." This two-word phrase has since resonated deeply with fans, who interpret it as an unknowing farewell or a glimpse into the actress's afterlife.
Temilola Sobola captioned the post with words that quickly resonated with thousands of followers online. "Temitope Osoba still posted on her WhatsApp status at 7:23pm last night and she passed away few hours after. It is shocking and heartbreaking? May her gentle soul Rest In Peace?️," she wrote.
Outpouring of Grief on Social Media
The post drew an outpouring of grief across social media, with many fans sharing their reactions. @mojetoluwah commented: "She has transitioned into new Glory. Not this life we are ?????" @ayamwealth wrote: "Indeed a new glory. She transitioned to heaven after she saw the light ?️. Rip" @thefirstladyomorewa shared: "A very thin line between life and death for real???just too shocking and it hurts deep, she was hoping and wishing ???"
@auntytaiwo said: "One of my favorite ❤️May her soul RIP. I love u but God loves u more" @xclusive_queen reacted: "Truly Ogo tuntun????May Almighty Allah rest her soul?" @healthgists commented: "A thin line between life and death, so heartbreaking! ?. May God forgive her shortcomings ??" @datcelegirll added: "As how now….????she was surprisingly in my thoughts on Monday. May the almighty rest your soul and grant you eternal peace."
Earlier Cancer Video Resurfaces
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Nollywood actress Temitope Kofoworola Osoba, popularly known as Tope Osoba, passed away on August 5, 2026, after battling illness. Hours later, fans revisited a heartfelt video she had posted exactly one year earlier, where she candidly spoke about her cancer journey and expressed gratitude for the support she received. In the clip, Osoba announced her readiness to return to acting while pledging to use her platform to raise cancer awareness and inspire healing and growth.
The timing of her final WhatsApp status has struck a deep chord with fans and followers, many of whom see it as a poignant sign of her peaceful transition. As tributes continue to pour in, the late actress's legacy and her final words "Ogo Tuntun" are likely to be remembered for a long time.
