Nigerian movie director Biyi Bandele is dead
Popular Nigerian movie director Biyi Bandele is dead. Bandele, who was a director and writer, died at the age of 54.
His death was announced via a statement released by his daughter, Temi Bandele.
The brilliant director, hit the spotlight after directing the movie adaptation of Chimamanda Adichie’s classic novel, Half Of A Yellow Sun. He reportedly died on Sunday, August 7.
Read part of the statement released below;
“I am heartbroken to share the sudden and unexpected death on Sunday 7th of August in Lagos of my father Biyi Bandele.
Biyi was a prodigiously talented writer and filmmaker, as well as a loyal friend and beloved father. He was a storyteller to his bones, with an unblinking perspective, singular voice, and wisdom which spoke boldly through all of his art, in poetry, novels, plays and on screen. He told stories which made a profound impact and inspired many all over the world. His legacy will live on through his work.
He was taken from us much too soon. He had already said so much so beautifully, and had so much more to say.
We ask everyone to please respect the privacy of his family and friends as we grieve his loss.”
May his soul rest in peace, Amen.