Nollywood actor Rotimi Salami has opened up for the first time since the passing of his close friend and colleague, Allwell Ademola, sharing an emotional message on Instagram.

In the post, Salami described the depth of his grief, revealing that he has been struggling to cope since her death. He thanked those who have reached out with love and concern but admitted he is currently too weak to respond or fully express his feelings.

“72 hours of endless tears still can’t bring back my Shuga boo.
To everyone who has genuinely reached out to me with love and concern for my state of mind and well-being through countless calls, messages, and voice notes – I see them all. I truly do. I’m just too weak right now to read, listen, respond, or even find the words to express how I really feel.

All is not well at the moment.
But for the sake of our family, friends, and the fans who have shown up in prayers, posts, calls, and overwhelming love – and most especially for my children, who will draw strength from me as we learn to move on without our Shuga Boo, our Ibiayo, our Eniobanke, our Allwell Ademola.

I promise to stand strong.
Please, when you see me, don’t try to console me because I will break down. I still can’t say farewell. Shuga boo.”

Salami noted that while he is trying to find the strength to move forward for the sake of his loved ones and fans, the loss of Allwell Ademola remains deeply painful, leaving a void that will take time to heal.