Sad! Nigeria’s tallest man, Afeez Agoro dies

Popular reality TV star and actor, Afeez Agoro Oladimiji, widely recognised as the tallest man in Nigeria, is dead.

The Nation confirmed Agoro’s burial arrangement has commenced at his residence in Community road, Akoka.

It was learnt that Agoro was rushed to the hospital yesterday after he developed some complications.

Agoro’s last post on Facebook was on May 28 after he recovered from hip replacement.

He posted, “Thank God Almighty for a successful operation now it’s time for therapy.”

Agoro went through hip recovery process with his personal doctor, Dr. Dike.

Before his demise, Agoro’s intimidating height attracts stares anywhere he went. He was 7ft 4in tall.

Residents of Akoka/Bariga community have started to send in their tributes.

The chairman Akoka CDA, Segun Adesanya confirmed his demise.