The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has
expressed profound sadness over the death of Mr. Moses Olaiya,
popularly known as ‘Baba Sala’, saying the death has robbed the nation of an incomparable Thespian and a colossus of his time.
In a statement issued in Abuja on Monday, the Minister described Baba Sala as a trail blazer, as he – along with his contemporaries – laid
the foundation for the theatre and comedy that have now taken
Nigeria’s creative industry by storm.
”Baba Sala’s sacrifices, contribution and commitment played a great
role in launching an industry that is now a huge employer of labour
and a significant contributor to the nation’s economy. Through it all,
he lived a life of honesty and service that qualified him as a great
role model,” he said.
Alhaji Mohammed condoled with the family of the late foremost
comedian, and prayed that God will grant repose to his soul and also
grant his family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
—Segun Adeyemi
SA To The Hon Minister of Information and Culture
