In a heartbreaking development, popular Nollywood actress and plus-size model Monalisa Ayobami has passed away after a tragic battle with low blood sugar, which led to internal bleeding.
The devastating news was confirmed on May 14, 2025, by Seun Oloketuyi, the Chief Executive Officer of Best of Nollywood (BON), who took to Instagram to share the somber update.
“Brand influencer, Monalisa Ayobami Stephen is gone. She died yesterday in Lagos after losing the fight against low sugar and internal bleeding,” Oloketuyi wrote.
“Her immediate younger sister confirmed the death of this hardworking and beautiful soul.”
His words were a painful confirmation of a loss that has shaken the Nollywood community and her fans.
As the news spread, social media became a canvas of grief, with fans and admirers flooding platforms with tributes, shock, and sadness.
Many expressed disbelief, struggling to accept that Monalisa Ayobami, a woman who had inspired so many with her advocacy for body positivity and self-love, was gone.
“Jesus I!!!! This is sooo heart-wrenching,” one fan wrote, their words capturing the collective heartbreak of the plus-size community that Monalisa had so passionately supported.
Another added, “Always fighting for plus sizes, preaching body positivity, self-love, and self-confidence like no one’s business. Even with all the dragging here and there, she didn’t stop. This is such a hard blow.”
For many, Monalisa was more than just an actress and model; she was a voice of confidence and empowerment for plus-size individuals who often struggled with self-esteem in a world that celebrated narrow standards of beauty.
Her social media platforms were filled with bold, inspiring posts where she urged her followers to embrace their bodies, love themselves fiercely, and never allow negative opinions to define them.
“Life is short… be nice with words. A lot of people are going through a lot, posting on social media is the only way of staying happy to cover up their pain. Be nice. May her soul rest in peace. It is well with her family,” another fan wrote, echoing the reminder that even the most confident voices sometimes carry hidden battles.
Monalisa’s death has also sparked conversations about the seriousness of health conditions like low blood sugar, with many expressing shock over the cause of her passing.
“No ooo. This hit me 😢. Low blood what???” one comment read, highlighting the lack of awareness around hypoglycemia and its dangers.
Another user, grappling with the cruel irony, wrote, “Your sugar dey high nah problem, e come dey low, nah bigger problem. God abeg.”
These comments reflect a mix of shock, confusion, and the need for more awareness about the delicate balance of health, especially for individuals facing weight-related stigma.
Her passing is not just a loss to Nollywood but also a blow to a generation of young people who found confidence and self-worth through her advocacy.
As her fans continue to grieve and remember her bold spirit, her legacy as a fierce advocate for body positivity and self-love will undoubtedly live on.
“Monalisa Ayobami may be gone, but her light and her message of self-love will never fade,” another tribute read.
For those who knew her, loved her, and were inspired by her, Monalisa was more than just a star — she was a beacon of hope in a world that often demanded conformity.
