A man believed to be a friend of late Nollywood actor Bamidele Oluwatope Saint, popularly known as Okemesi, has shared a distressing video showing the poor condition of the actor's grave just four months after his burial. The video, which has gone viral on social media, shows the grave in a state of disrepair, prompting the man to appeal for financial assistance to fix it with tiles and a picture frame.
Friend Calls for Support to Renovate Grave
In the video, the man is visibly heartbroken as he points at the grave and says: "At all, let us look for money for tiles and let's cover it with tiles. If you can support us, let do it. It is not supposed to be so. Let's package it. Look at a whole Okemesi." He emphasized the need for urgent action to give the actor a dignified resting place.
Okemesi's Burial and Death
Okemesi was laid to rest on Friday, February 27, 2026, at the Ayobo Cemetery in Lagos state. His burial was attended by family and loved ones and was highly emotional, particularly at the graveside where his younger sister openly wept. The actor passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, after suffering complications from medication administered during a hospital stay. His death followed a difficult period during which he publicly appealed for financial support while battling severe health and housing challenges.
Reactions from Social Media Users
The video has sparked a wave of reactions on social media. User sholyzofficial_ asked: "What's the account details please." Another user, jokkys08, commented: "Honestly, i am just seeing his face now. Haaa...he dn die. Oluwa oooooo. God." headboywia_ikd_ said: "Omo dis life eh eh Omo dem don even dig ? another person own beside him again asap Omo Vanity eh eh dis life just tire person sometime ajeh but wait bros dat Yellow bros way dey help him collect money then no show face again smile Chaii life people people people." kokolee01 criticized the video: "But why going to his resting place to do this kind of video, did his family permit such. How much is tiles nd designing the burial ground that u so called friend can't do for him or his family, una Sha wan turn everything to content and so.. nd if u re not okay with how it is why not pay it without taking camera to his burial ground. Nonsense." kimbmf07 simply prayed: "Hmm god please help us."
Content Creator Makes Claims About Okemesi's Death
In related news, more details have emerged about the late actor as one of his friends, identified as Barrow, made fresh claims. Barrow alleged that Okemesi was not entirely truthful about his situation and that he brought his death upon himself. Barrow stated that he was responsible for Okemesi's welfare, including his feeding, accommodation, and other needs, before the actor left his residence. He shared details of what happened, sparking further debate online.
