The 26-year-old artist was returning to Kano from a trip to Maiduguri on Monday when he was involved in an accident and died instantly.

Famous Kano-born Tik Toker sketch creator Kamal Aboki, who died in a car accident on Monday, has been laid to rest.

The 26-year-old entertainer was returning to Kano from a trip to Maiduguri on Monday when he was involved in an accident and died instantly.

The Tik Toker was buried at the Tishama Cemetery in Kano on Tuesday amid tears from colleagues, family members and supporters.

Bello Mohammed, a friend, colleague and mentor of the late Aboki, in a post on his Instagram page, said that the Hausa entertainment industry would miss Aboki.

“I can’t hold back the tears because he is one of a kind. His comedy was wonderful and very insightful. He will be missed.”

Many other actors, producers and supporters also comforted his family for the loss on social media.

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