Tears flows as Yoruba vlogger and businessman Afobaje’s remains is laid to rest

Nigerians worldwide mourned the passing of Nigerian vlogger Abimbola Ali, also known as Afobaje, who tragically died on August 3, 2024.

He reportedly collapsed while playing football in Ikeja and was later confirmed deceased. In a recent update, Afobaje has been laid to rest, as seen in a video showing a white coffin in an ambulance.

Cameras were not permitted at the funeral. Afobaje, the only child of his parents, was raised by a single mother.

Following his passing, a Nigerian blogger, @naijashimadun_, shared their last chat from less than 24 hours before the incident on Instagram.

Abimbola Ali was renowned for his lifestyle vlogs in the Yoruba language, which set them apart and made them captivating.

Check out some of the reactions from social media users below:

@am_hardey: “Only child? OMG.”

@ydk__kiki: “This is really sad fr.”

@donakynzo: “Always check your health guys.”

@houseofeniola_15: “This is heartbreaking.”

@oriyomi___7219: “Rip Baba Awon Omoluabi.”

@kimkaty2516: “Good people don’t live longggg😢sun re Afobaje.”