Tears, Shock as Veteran Actress is Dead

The Hausa film industry has been thrown into mourning following the demise of veteran Kannywood actress, Wasila Isma’il, as reported by Naija News.

According to Naija News, the actress died at the age of 46 after battling with a prolonged illness.

According to Daily Post, Wasila’s husband, Al-Amin Chiroma, confirmed her death in a social media post on Sunday.

Al-Amin said the thespian died at the FOMWAN Hospital in Kaduna.

The movie star, who was born in Kaduna, began her acting career in 1998 with the film Jinin Masoya.

The deceased was widely known for her roles in Hausa films and rose to prominence after starring in the 1999 film Wasila, directed by Yakubu Lere alongside Ali Nuhu.

Fans and colleagues have since taken to social media to mourn and praise her contributions to the Kannywood film industry.