Nigerian skit maker and content creator, Raji Samad Adetola, better known as Mr. Sanku Comedy, has lost his life in a car accident.

Reports of the accident surfaced online early Monday, with photos and videos showing the vehicle had veered off the road and ended up in a ditch.

Sanku, who was traveling with a friend, was rushed to the hospital after the crash but sadly passed away a few hours later.

Nollywood Actor, Yemi Elesho later confirmed the heartbreaking news on his social media pages.

Before then, influencer Jidex had posted a video of the damaged car, noting that several people were hurt in the accident.

He explained that Sanku and another passenger were badly injured, but unfortunately, the comedian did not survive.

Jidex wrote, “This is heartbreaking. Someone who left home in good health is suddenly gone. It is painful, especially coming just a day after the passing of Phyna’s sister, Ruth Otabor.”

Since the news broke, tributes have been pouring in across social media.

Friends, fellow entertainers, and fans have expressed shock and sorrow, celebrating Sanku’s talent and the joy he brought through his comedy.

Mr. Sanku Comedy rose to fame in 2021 with his distinct style of skits and creative storytelling. His untimely death has left many in the entertainment community mourning a life and career cut short.

Videos and reactions below:

Sanku is trending because a popular TikTok skitmaker Mr. Sanku is dead, after a fatal accident along Oyo-Ibadan expressway, according to industry colleagues.

Zanku while heading home to Ogbomoso after a shoot in Ilorin, over sped, lost control, crashed his Es350 and spiraled… pic.twitter.com/KWoPgXclqZ

— Trending Explained (@TrendingEx) September 1, 2025

If no be fear of make help no turn another thing. A lot of accident victims will always survive

RIP Mr Sanku pic.twitter.com/rTzGSjkgmF

— Tola ❣️ (@akintola6g) September 1, 2025

Man gives eye witness account of how comedian Sanku d.i.ed in a car accident on his way to Ilorin.

Some said he is still battling for his life in an hospital. pic.twitter.com/CMWuJELnDY

— Àkànní (@idofoi) September 2, 2025

Allegedly: Two weeks ago, Mr Sanku was involved in an accident with the same car, but thankfully he was spared and nothing serious happened. However, today’s acc!dent was more severe. pic.twitter.com/Q2oge6IB2f

— Lummie (@thelummie_) September 1, 2025

The new car that cl@!med the young life of star comedian, Mr. Sanku on Monday morning
– watch when he acquired the ride pic.twitter.com/Vim8T8qLCF

— GoldMyneTV (@GoldmyneTV) September 2, 2025

KanyiDaily recalls that Phyna’s sister, Ruth Otabor died on Sunday, weeks after her leg was crushed in the crash in an accident involving a Dangote truck near Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State.