The famous film producer and Nigerian stages, Kayode Peters, is dead.
The news of his death was shared through his official Instagram page on Saturday, announcing that he died peacefully on the morning of June 28, 2025 in Toronto, Canada.
The statement said: “With a deep sadness that we announced the death of our beloved, Kayode Peters Adewumi, who died peacefully this morning … KP challenged, challenged and conquered a disease for a long time until his last breath.”
“Known with love as KP, he was celebrated not only for his talent as a filmmaker, actor and producer, but also for his warmth, generosity and spirit of good heart. Described as a beloved son, husband, father, brother and friend, his impact was felt on and off the screen.
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“We will miss it deeply.
“As we cry this painful loss, we ask for kindness and privacy while we take the time to make arrangements for funeral and heal. More details will be shared in due time.
“Thank you for your love, condolences and continuous support.
Kayode Peters was a prolific director, producer and actor who had a significant impact on the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Born on September 25, 1975, in Ibadan, he studied English at the University of Lagos, where he developed his passion for the stage and the screen through the Theater 15 company.
He began his professional trip in the popular television comedy Papa Ajosco & Company before creating and directing success programs such as Twilight Zone, Flatmates and my floormates.
Peters also directed several films, including excuse My African, Crazy Grannies, 13 Letters and Survivors, gaining international recognition at film festivals in Cannes, Toronto and Texas.
It was widely celebrated for shaping the careers of many Nigerian actors and for contributing greatly to stage and screen productions.
His wife, Alexander, and his children survive.
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