The Nigerian gospel film industry is in mourning following the passing of veteran actor Moses Korede Are, popularly recognised for his role as “Baba Gbenro” in the popular Mount Zion series, Abattoir.
The actor’s death was announced on Thursday by his colleague, Oluwaseun Adejumobi, who shared the news via his verified Instagram account.
Adejumobi expressed his grief, saying, “Heaven’s Gain Again. A General Has Gone to Rest.”
Tributes have since poured in for the late actor, whose work left a lasting impact on the gospel film industry. Gospel actor Zoe Adeola, reflecting on Are’s legacy, wrote on X, “Rest in peace, Baba Gbenro. Your role in Abattoir will definitely leave a great memory of you in our minds. So painful.”
Moses Korede Are, fondly known as Baba Gbenro, was born on June 11, 1959. He spent his early years in Kano State, Nigeria, later continuing his education in Plateau State and ultimately completing his studies in southwestern Nigeria.