Family announces burial arrangements for filmmaker, Dimbo Atiya

The family of the late Nigerian filmmaker, producer, and director Dimbo Atiya has announced burial arrangements for the acclaimed creative practitioner. PREMIUM TIMES reported that the Mr Atiya died on 6 August 2026. He was 52 years old. The news of his death was announced by actor Mofe Duncan and filmmaker Uzee Usman through their respective social media platforms. However, in a statement signed by SP Benson Atiya (Rtd) on behalf of the family, dated 17 August, the family said funeral activities for Mr Atiya would take place in Jos, Plateau State, on 27 and 28 August 2026. Burial arrangements The funeral programme will begin with a Service of Songs and Tributes on Thursday, 27 August, at 3:00 p.m. at Tamarald Event Centre, Jos. The Funeral Service will hold the following day, Friday, 28 A