Tragedy Strikes as Nigerian Skit Maker Sanku Dies in Car Crash—Fans Mourn Viral Last Video

The Nigerian entertainment community is in mourning following the tragic death of rising TikTok star and skit maker, Raji Samad Adetola, popularly known as Mrsankucomedy or simply Sanku. The comedian died in a fatal car accident on Monday, September 1, 2025, along the Oyo-Ogbomoso Expressway. He was reportedly returning to Ogbomoso from a shoot in Ilorin when the accident occurred. Sanku and a friend were rushed to the hospital but were pronounced dead shortly after arrival [1] .

In a haunting twist, Sanku’s final TikTok video, posted just hours before the crash, has gone viral. The video featured him and a friend dancing, accompanied by a poignant caption: “When it is time for us to enjoy what we worked hard for, may we never lose our lives.” Fans have interpreted this as a chilling premonition, flooding the comments with expressions of grief and disbelief [2] .

Adding to the tragedy, a resurfaced video from two weeks prior shows Sanku narrowly escaping another accident involving the same Lexus SUV. In the clip, he and his friends are seen stranded roadside, with the caption: “This was us escaping accident 2 weeks ago.” This revelation has intensified the sorrow among fans, who now view the earlier incident as a forewarning [3] .

Sanku began his comedy career in 2021 and rose to prominence in 2024 after a freestyle skit went viral, garnering over 70,000 views. His unique style and relatable humor quickly earned him a loyal audience on TikTok and Instagram. His untimely death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from fans, fellow comedians, and celebrities, who have taken to social media to express their condolences and share memories of his work [1] .

As the entertainment industry grapples with this loss, Sanku’s legacy lives on through his viral videos and the joy he brought to many. His death serves as a stark reminder of life’s fragility and the profound impact of digital creators in today’s world.

Citations:

1. The Nation Newspaper: thenationonlineng.net/skit-maker-sanku-dies-in-car-accident/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. Legit.ng – Nigeria news.: www.legit.ng/entertainment/celebrities/1672150-sankus-video-cryptic-accident-trends-knew-something-coming/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3. Legit.ng – Nigeria news.: www.legit.ng/entertainment/celebrities/1672158-tears-flow-sankus-video-escaping-accident-weeks-death-surfaces-online/?utm_source=chatgpt.com