Veteran Nollywood actor Segun Remi, popularly known as Chief Kanran, has died. Celebrity journalist Seun Oloketuyi, in a post on his Instagram page, disclosed that the film star passed away on Friday at age 72.
Chief Kanran, before his demise, was a household name in the Yoruba film industry, celebrated for his unique style, humour, and commanding performances in numerous stage plays and movies over several decades. Seun wrote: “Popular actor, Segun Remi, popularly known as Chief Kanran, died Friday morning.”
In a related development, Nollywood actor, Seun Confirm, has died of high Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Seun’s colleague, Jaiye Kuti, announced the demise in a post via her Instagram page on Thursday, August 14, 2025.
