Tiktoker, Kelvin Goodnews grandma, Iye, is dead

Popular Nigerian content creator known as Iye Pablo has passed away. On Saturday, August 2, reports emerged online that Iye Pablo, known for her funny videos, was no more. This comes a few days after TikTok dancer Bigbutfit was reported dead. Instagram blogger Tunde Ednut, while mourning the late Iye Pablo, disclosed that her grandson, Kelvin Goodnews, confirmed her death. Tunde Ednut also urged people to send words of encouragement to Kelvin, revealing that the content creator was going through a lot, due to his closeness with his late grandmother. 

According to Tunde Ednut, Iye Pablo was in her late 70s until her death.

    "Wow… this is truly sad. Awww! Thank you, Mama, for all the joy and entertainment you gave us. I just got the news from her grandson @kelvin_goodnews_ it is well. Please take heart, my brother. Mama was in her late 70s, almost 80. May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace. If you can, please send some words of encouragement to @kelvin_goodnews_ he’s really going through a lot right now. They were very close," he wrote.

Kelvin had a few days ago called for prayers for his grandmother.

The post Tunde Ednut shared confirming Iye Pablo's death is below:

Kelvin Goodnews' post, calling for prayer for Iye Pablo is below:

Iye Pablo was known for her comedic skits and cheerful presence online.

Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Bigbutfit's friend blasted TikTokers who bullied the dancers on the video-sharing platform.
People mourn Iye Pablo

Legit.ng compiled some of the emotional tributes from fans and well-wishers, read them below:

destinyetikoofficial said:

    "Chai."

dino_suregod wrote:

    "You made me laugh!! forever in our heart Gn

roastedturkey___ commented:

    "No worry, she’d be remembered ❤️ strong woman."

rejoice.johnson.12 reacted:

    "She made me laugh i repost her almost all the time on watsap aaaaaa she gave us content lik real sweet content rip Iye pluto."

fumfumpeters wrote:

    "She will surely not be forgotten…for all the times she made us laugh. May her soul rest in peace."

uc.h.e commented:

    "And she LIVED a good life and put SMILES on our faces. Rest well Mama….your LIGHT was felt amongst us."

emmaugolee

    "We mourn her deeply. We would miss her but we will not miss the lessons she taught us. . . It's never too late to find your passion. When you find it, do not let fear of acceptance restrain its expression. No generation is too young to collaborate with. Being yourself is still your best gift to you.. Thank you ma. You taught us, while you made us laugh. Please sleep well."

Kayode Peters buried in Cananda

Meanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that Nollywood director Kayode Peters was laid to rest in Ontario, Canada.

A video from the My Flatmates producer's funeral also emerged online, stirring emotions. Kayode Peters passed away in June 2025 after a prolonged illness.