Popular Nollywood actor and filmmaker Muyiwa Ademola has opened up about why he missed the burial of his cousin, late actress Allwell Ademola, in Lagos.

Allwell Ademola was laid to rest between January 8 and 9, 2026, at a cemetery in the Yaba area, with several notable figures from the Yoruba movie industry attending to pay their respects. Fans, however, noticed Muyiwa Ademola’s absence.

Taking to social media after the ceremony, Muyiwa explained that he was abroad at the time and could not return in time to attend the final rites. In an emotional tribute, he reflected on the fragility of life and expressed deep sorrow over his cousin’s passing.

He also sent greetings to departed family members, including his father, Awofe Ademola, and his uncle, Adetokunbo Ademola, writing:

“It’s a final goodbye, Couz. The hardest part is not being in the country to witness your final journey home. Your passing is another painful reminder that tomorrow is never guaranteed. Each day we live brings us closer to our final day, and each birthday takes us nearer to the last. May we live long, amen. Sun re o Omo Oba EniObanke Ademola, bami ki baba mi Awofe Ademola, ki Uncle Adetokunbo Ademola… o digba o! O di gbere!”

Following his post, social media users flooded his comment section with condolences and prayers for the Ademola family.