Nigerian filmmaker Kayode Peters has passed away, his family announced in a statement on his Instagram page on June 28, 2025.
According to the family, he died on the morning of June 28, 2025, in Toronto, Canada, after battling a long-term illness.
The statement described Kayode Peters as not only a filmmaker, actor, and producer but also a beloved family man and friend whose impact extended far beyond the screen.
The family also requested privacy as they navigate this difficult time, adding that details about his funeral and memorial service would be shared soon.
“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved, Kayode Peters Adewumi, who passed on peacefully this morning June 28, 2025, in Toronto, Canada. KP braved, challenged and conquered a long time illness until his last breath this morning. KP, a cherished son, husband, father, brother, and friend, a gifted film maker, actor and producer whose work inspired many.
“Beyond his talent, it was his kindness, warmth, and generous spirit that truly defined him. He touched countless lives, both on and off the screen, and will be deeply missed,” the family’s statement read.
Kayode Peters was known for creating the popular Nigerian sitcom Flatmates in 2004.
The show, which explored the lives of young people sharing an apartment, quickly became a fan favourite.
He later served as the executive producer of My Flatmates, a revamped version of the original sitcom that also gained a strong following.
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