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Nollywood Mourns as Actress Tenia Abraham Dies at 32

Published on October 19, 2026

Nollywood actress Tenia Abraham has died at 32 after reportedly battling a kidney infection and was buried in Abuja on October 17

Nollywood actress and beauty queen, Tenia Abraham Omenogor, has died at the age of 32 after reportedly battling a kidney infection.

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Abraham was buried at Gudu Cemetery in Abuja on Saturday, October 17, 2026, two days after her family announced her death.

Her family disclosed the news in a statement shared on her TikTok page on Thursday, October 15, describing the actress as a vibrant talent, loving daughter, sister and friend.

“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 family said.

According to the obituary, Abraham died on October 13 after suffering from a kidney infection.

The obituary listed her lifespan as 1993–2026 and described her as “a beautiful soul” and “a gifted talent, gone too soon”.

Family members, friends and well-wishers were invited to gather at the mortuary of the Federal Medical Centre, Jabi, Abuja, before proceeding to Gudu Cemetery for the burial.

In a tribute, Abraham’s family celebrated her personality, talent and the impact she had on those around her.

“She lived with passion, touched many lives with her talent and left behind a legacy that will never be forgotten,” the family said.

The family added, “Your light may have gone out from this world, but your talent, beauty and kindness will forever live in our hearts.”

They further described the actress as “a beautiful soul, a shining star, gone too soon”.

Following news of her death, attention also returned to one of Abraham’s social media posts from August, in which she reflected on mortality and encouraged her followers to show love to others.

“One day we will leave this world. Let’s love lead,” she wrote.

The post resurfaced after her death and triggered emotional reactions from followers who mourned the actress.

Beyond her work in Nollywood, Abraham was also involved in beauty pageants.

She held the Beauty Queen South South 2020 title, adding pageantry to her entertainment career.

Her death at 32 has since drawn tributes from friends, followers and members of the entertainment community, with many remembering her for her talent and personality.