Nollywood actress and beauty queen Tenia Abraham has died at the age of 32 after battling a kidney infection. She was buried in Abuja on Saturday.
Abraham was laid to rest at Gudu Cemetery on 17 October, according to an obituary published on her Instagram page.
Her family announced her death on her TikTok page on Thursday, 15 October, expressing grief over the loss of the actress, whom they described as “a vibrant talent, a 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 statement read.
The family said she died after suffering from a kidney infection.
The obituary listed her lifespan as 1993 to 2026 and stated: “Tenia Abraham Omenogor, aged 32 years, died on 13th October 2026 after suffering from kidney infection.”
The burial announcement invited family members, friends and well-wishers to gather at the mortuary of the Federal Medical Centre, Jabi, Abuja, at 9 am before the burial scheduled for 10 am.
Describing Abraham as “a beautiful soul” and “a gifted talent, gone too soon”, the obituary celebrated her life and contributions.
“She lived with passion, touched many lives with her talent and left behind a legacy that will never be forgotten,” it read.
In a tribute, her family wrote: “Your light may have gone out from this world, but your talent, beauty and kindness will forever live in our hearts.”
The family also described her as “a beautiful soul, a shining star, gone too soon”.
Following news of her death, attention returned to a social media post she shared in 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,” Abraham wrote.
The post resurfaced after her death, prompting emotional reactions from her followers.
Beyond acting, Abraham participated in beauty pageants and held the title of Beauty Queen South South 2020.