Nollywood actor Saidi Balogun and his family have paid tribute to his late daughter, Zeenat Balogun, as they marked her posthumous birthday.
In a video shared on Instagram by Saidi’s son, Khalid, the family reflected emotionally on Zeenat’s life, celebrating her memory and the resilience she demonstrated throughout her difficult health journey.
In his caption, Khalid wrote:
“We only die when we are forgotten.” He went on to add:
“Today, the Balogun family remembers and celebrates the life of our beloved firstborn, Zeenat Balogun, on her posthumous birthday. Though the challenges of Sickle Cell Anaemia marked her journey, she faced every battle with remarkable strength, courage, and grace, leaving behind memories that continue to inspire us every day.”
The tribute further drew attention to Sickle Cell Anaemia awareness, with the family connecting Zeenat’s remembrance to World Sickle Cell Day.
Khalid also wrote:
“As we honour her birthday, we also commemorate World Sickle Cell Day through this tribute video—raising awareness, celebrating resilience, and remembering the countless warriors fighting this condition. Zeenat may no longer be with us physically, but her love, light, and legacy remain forever alive in our hearts.”
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Here are some of the reactions from netizens:
kingzeez1 said: “Happy birthday my zee babe 😘 💓 big bro always miss u and love u❤️ keep resting in peace ✌️ ❤️.”
mzluvlyn said: “Happy posthumous birthday warrior.. you guys are the strongest trust me. You guys fight with every fiber in you ❤️.”
olamilekanayinlaagbaye_220 said: “You guys really made me 😢😢😢 I tried not to buy the love I have for you as my closest body didn’t allow me, I love you still MY OWN ZEENAT, as I do call you when you’re here, rest on 🕊️ your uncle Adigun still love you.”
annie_glamour said: “The saddest part is after someone’s death , life goes on.” midetheegreat “She was a sweet soul! Happy posthumous birthday Zeenat. ❤️.”
raphie_hawt said: “Nobody is dying anytime soon” really got me😢 Amen to that, none of you will die, none of us will die.”
