Following the rumour of his death that was making wave on several WhatsApp groups this morning, this newspaper can authoritatively confirm to you that the dynamic actor, Ebun Oloyede popularly known as Olaiya Igwe is still very much alive.

Earlier today 2nd August 2021, In a WhatsApp group, a fan of the actor posted that there are indications that the legendary theater practitioner, Olaiya Igwe is dead this morning at UCH Teaching Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State. He allegedly died during the surgery of his kidney stone.

Having heard this, out correspondents made an effort to confirm the report by contacting one of the stake holders of the industry, who later confirmed to us that Ololade Mr Money as Olaiya Igwe is fondly called is truly down but he is still alive.

Meanwhile, a few days ago, precisely last week Tuesday, the Abeokuta, Ogun State based thespian added a year to his age and he was highly celebrated on social media by his fans and colleagues.We wish him a speedy recovery in Jesus name..

For the sake of clarity, extra efforts were made to reach out to Yoruba Actor, Olayiwola Ojopagogo who substantiated that the renowned Yoruba actor is currently indisposed but he is responding to treatment and recuperating gradually.

He prayed God to grant him quick recovery and enjoined Nigerians to remember him in prayer.