Veteran Nollywood actor Patrick Doyle has announced the heartbreaking loss of his newborn daughter, just hours after welcoming her into the world.
The 66-year-old shared the sad news in a Facebook post on Sunday, revealing that the baby passed away on Saturday, barely a day after her birth.
“Omayinuwa visited us briefly at about 10:40 am on Friday, 10th April, and returned to heaven on Saturday, 11th April at about 4:15 pm.
Her stay was short but it brought great joy with it. We would have wished for a longer stay, but alas heaven thought otherwise.
“This much we know though, God still rules in the affairs of men. Our faith in the goodness of God remains resolute regardless. Sibe’ sibe’ Oluwa n’be’. It is well with our soul,” he wrote.
The devastating update comes shortly after the actor had joyfully announced the birth of the child, Omayinuwa Mayen Harriet Doyle, with his wife Funmilayo.
At the time, he had expressed gratitude, noting that both mother and child were doing well and that he was overwhelmed with joy.
The sudden loss has since drawn an outpouring of sympathy from fans and colleagues, many offering prayers and support to the grieving family during this difficult time.
Patrick Doyle, who married his wife Funmilayo in 2022 following the end of his previous marriage to actress Ireti Doyle, now faces a deeply painful moment just days after celebrating new life.
For the actor and his family, it is a period of grief, faith, and reflection.
