Her family's obituary gives 13 October as the date of death, and an August social media post about mortality has since resurfaced.
Nollywood actress Tenia Abraham Omenogor died at the age of 32 after a kidney infection, and was buried at Gudu Cemetery in Abuja on Saturday, October 17, her family said.
Her family announced the death on TikTok later that week. "With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved Nollywood actress, a vibrant talent, a loving daughter, sister and friend," the statement read.
The obituary, shared on her Instagram page, gave her lifespan as 1993 to 2026 and stated: "Tenia Abraham Omenogor, aged 32 years, died on 13th October 2026 after suffering from kidney infection."
Leadership reports that friends, family and colleagues gathered at Gudu Cemetery that Saturday, after a final viewing at the Federal Medical Centre in Jabi. New Telegraph reports that she was known for her appearances in several Nollywood productions, and that she was appreciated for her dedication to her craft and warm personality.
The family paid tribute in a statement. "Your light may have gone out from this world, but your talent, beauty and kindness will forever live in our hearts," they wrote. They also described her as "a beautiful soul, a shining star, gone too soon."
In an August post that resurfaced after her death, Abraham reflected on mortality and urged followers to show love to one another:
"One day we will leave this world. Let's love lead."
Followers reacted emotionally when the post came back into view. On Facebook, people mourning her death left tributes. Ekhator Eghosa wrote: "What a beautiful lady, may she find peace in the Lord's bossom." Okiemute D Oyanz added: "The way the young go now is very disturbing ooo. God abeg keep us till old age o."
Abraham also took part in beauty pageants and held the Beauty Queen South South 2020 title.
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