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Beauty Queen Tenia Abraham Laid to Rest in Abuja
Nollywood actress and beauty queen Tenia Abraham Omenogor has died at the age of 32 after battling a kidney infection. She was buried in Abuja on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Abraham was laid to rest at Gudu Cemetery following a burial service announced in an obituary shared on her Instagram page. The arrangements invited family members, friends and well-wishers to gather at the Federal Medical Centre, Jabi, before proceeding to the cemetery.
Her family announced her death on TikTok on Thursday, October 15, describing her 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 family said.
According to the obituary, Abraham died on October 13, 2026, after suffering from a kidney infection. Her lifespan was listed as 1993 to 2026.
In a tribute to the actress, her family described her as “a beautiful soul” and “a gifted talent, gone too soon”, while celebrating her passion and the impact she made through her work.
“She lived with passion, touched many lives with her talent and left behind a legacy that will never be forgotten,” the obituary read.
In another tribute, the family wrote, “Your light may have gone out from this world, but your talent, beauty and kindness will forever live in our hearts.”
Abraham’s death has also drawn attention to a social media post she shared in August, in which she reflected on mortality and encouraged her followers to embrace love.
“One day we will leave this world. Let love lead,” she wrote.
The post resurfaced following news of 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.