Key Points:
- Kayode Peters was buried in Toronto, Canada, on August 2 during a private ceremony.
- Videos showed his casket arrive and lower as family and friends cried.
- His family called him “a man of heart, skill, and light” in their last words.
Nigerian actor Kayode Adewumi, called Kayode Peters, has been laid to rest. The quiet burial took place in Toronto, Canada, on Saturday, August 2.
The 49-year-old veteran filmmaker reportedly died in Canada on Saturday, June 28, 2025. His death shocked fans and colleagues in the Nigerian entertainment industry, with tributes pouring in from friends and Nollywood stars.
The funeral was private, with close friends and family in tears. Short clips from the event later spread online and touched many fans.
A calm farewell in Toronto
One clip showed his casket reach the grave site. Another showed it go down as loved ones stood in silence and cried.
Family shares last words
At the service, his family spoke soft words. “Kayode had a pure heart and a warm soul,” they said. “His skill and smile lit up each room. We will hold him in our hearts for life.”
The family had told fans in June that Kayode passed on June 28. They said he “fought a long sick spell” and left “in peace.”
His mark on TV lives on
Kayode Peters made a big mark in Nigerian TV. He made the hit sitcom Flatmates in 2004. Kayode later led its sequel My Flatmates. Peter also worked on Twilight Zone and Papa Ajasco.
Fans have shared prayers since his death.
Olayeenkadairo wrote, “This is so hard to see. God bless his soul and give his kin strength.”
Nikki Owokoya wrote, “May God keep his soul and help his kin.”
Nancy Oprah added, “Omo this life no sure.”
Omobola Kutemi said, “Kayode, may you rest well.”
