Temitope Osoba, popularly known as Tope Osoba, was a Nigerian Yoruba actress, film producer and occasional screenwriter. She became known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood productions such as Oogun Mi, Gucci Girls, Accident, Ifedolapo, Ile Owo and Omo Iya Kan.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Temitope Osoba |
| Date of birth | December 2, 1985 |
| Place of birth | Reportedly Lagos or Abeokuta, Ogun State |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of origin | Ogun State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Actress, film producer and screenwriter |
| Death | August 5, 2026 |
Early Life and Education
Tope Osoba was born into a Yoruba family and spent part of her early life in Lagos. She lost her parents at a young age and was raised by her grandparents.
She completed her primary and secondary education in Lagos before attending Olabisi Onabanjo University in Ogun State, where she studied Business Education.
Before becoming an actress, Tope was involved in dancing and worked as a video vixen. Her early experience in entertainment helped prepare her for a career in acting.
Career
Tope Osoba began her acting career around 2005. Her entry into Nollywood reportedly happened by chance after her dancing ability attracted attention during a film rehearsal.
She started with supporting roles and later gained recognition in Yoruba-language films. One of her early notable appearances was in Oogun Mi, a production associated with actress and filmmaker Dayo Amusa.
Tope also worked behind the scenes as a producer and writer. Her involvement in Ifedolapo reflected her interest in different aspects of filmmaking. She was also associated with the production of Single Ladies.
Personal Life
Tope Osoba kept her personal life private. She was reportedly never married and did not publicly confirm having a spouse or children. She once stated that she believed in marriage and hoped to settle down at the right time.
Death
Tope Osoba died on August 5, 2026, at the age of 40, after a prolonged battle with breast cancer, for which she had successfully undergone surgery. Her death was announced by fellow actor Alesh Sanni in an emotional post on Instagram. As of the time of writing, the exact cause of her death had not been officially disclosed.
Filmography
Tope Osoba appeared in several Yoruba and English-language Nollywood productions. Some of the films associated with her include:
| Film | Contribution |
|---|---|
| Oogun Mi | Actress |
| Gucci Girls | Actress |
| Accident | Actress |
| Ifedolapo | Actress, writer and producer |
| Ile Owo | Actress |
| Omo Iya Kan | Actress |
| Igboro Ti Daru | Actress |
| Omo Tee | Actress |
| Twinny Mi | Actress |
| Love and a Tragedy | Actress |
| Crab | Actress |
| Bad Puzzle | Actress |
| Oku Okunrin | Actress |
| Single Ladies | Producer |
Legacy
Tope Osoba will be remembered for her contributions to Yoruba-language Nollywood as an actress, producer and writer. Her openness about her breast-cancer experience also helped raise awareness about early detection and the challenges of cancer treatment.
