Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko is commemorating the 30th anniversary of his late wife, Alhaja Sherifat Abimbola Kosoko nee Lawal.

Taking to his Instagram page, the seasoned actor described his late wife as his first love and the mother of his elder children.

He reflected on how death often feels distant until it affects someone close to us.

Jide expressed that when he lost his wife in 1993, it was a deeply sorrowful experience for him. She had been a source of joy and happiness for both him and their children.

He acknowledged her pivotal and indispensable role in maintaining the harmony of their household. Even though several years have passed since her passing, certain events and circumstances still evoke her loving memories. However, he finds solace in the belief that she is by his side in spirit.

“Today marks the 30-year remembrance of my darling wife, my very first love, and mother of my older children Late Alhaja Sherifat Abimbola Kosoko nee Lawal.
Death! Is usually like a rumor to us until it comes to someone very dear and precious to one! When I lost you in 1993 to the cold hands of death. It was not a pleasant experience for me because you serve as my source of joy and happiness and that of your children too. You played a central and vital role in the balance of the home Even thou I got along a few years after your demise, certain events & circumstances always trigger your loving memories. I know you stand with me in spirit hence I believe in the Yoruba adage which says ‘Oku olomo ki sun’. Continue to Rest in peace my darling”.