The death of one of the prominent figure in the theatre practice in Nigeria, Chief Jimoh Aliu, popularly called Aworo, is still shocking news to many, especially his fans and family who saw the demise as a mystery.
Chief Aliu died on Thursday in Ado Ekiti at the age of 86.
Baba Aworo as he was fondly called granted this interview with Reporters At Large a few weeks to his 85th birthday in the year 2019.
In the interview, the late veteran Yoruba actor discusses his life and lifestyle, why people call him Aworo, the Yoruba culture and the state and needs for improvement in the Nigerian movie industry, among other issues. Excerpts: