Veteran Mount Zion actor Moses Korede, fondly known as Baba Gbenro, has passed away, leaving a significant gap in Nigeria's gospel film industry. His death has been met with an outpouring of grief from fans and colleagues alike, as his influence in the industry was profound and far-reaching.
The devastating news was shared by his close colleague, gospel actor and producer Oluwaseun Adejumobi, who posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram just an hour ago, acknowledging the immense loss. In his tribute, Adejumobi expressed sorrow but also celebrated the life and legacy of the late actor.
Accompanying a photo of the late actor, Adejumobi expressed sorrow while celebrating his legacy, saying, “Heaven’s Gain Again! A General has gone to rest.”
In another post, he shared a clip from a movie, featuring Baba Gbero with the caption, “Rest on! Evangelist Moses Korede Are. You Lived a Worthy Life! We are challenged to Keep Living Right! We are Challenged to Keep Chasing Purpose! We are Challenged to Make Eternity Our Ultimate Pursuit!”
Baba Gbenro was widely beloved for his roles in the popular Mount Zion film series, Abattoir, where he left a lasting impact through his powerful portrayals of faith and resilience.
Beyond acting, he was a significant figure in Christian drama ministries, founding the Calvary Movies Drama Ministry, headquartered in Ogbomoso, Nigeria, and serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Calvary Movies Television.
Fans and colleagues have taken to social media to express condolences, celebrating his life and contributions to Christian entertainment and ministry. His influence in gospel drama will be fondly remembered, with many describing him as a “general” in the field.
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