Veteran Nollywood actor, Kola Oyewo, has died at the age of 80.His demise was confirmed in an Instagram post on Friday by a younger colleague in the industry, Kunle Afod.He wrote, “Kola Oyewo has taken his final bow.“His remarkable talent, timeless performances, and immense contributions to the Nigerian theatre and film industry will never be forgotten. His legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.“Rest well, sir. Your work lives on.Related NewsProf. Femi Osofisan @80: Celebrating the foremost playwright‘Where is conscience’, Actor Stan Nze slams phone stealing at Alexx Ekubo’s tributeNollywood stars, gospel singers, others gather for Alexx Ekubo’s service of songsBorn on March 27, 1946, in Oba-Ile, Osun State, Oyewo began his acting career in 1964 with the Oyin Adejobi Theatre Group.He later became one of the most recognised figures in Yoruba theatre and Nigerian film.He was widely known for his portrayal of Odewale in Ola Rotimi’s play, “The Gods Are Not to Blame,” a role that earned him recognition across the African theatre scene.Details later… His demise was confirmed in an Instagram post on Friday by a younger colleague in the industry, Kunle Afod.He wrote, “Kola Oyewo has taken his final bow.“His remarkable talent, timeless performances, and immense contributions to the Nigerian theatre and film industry will never be forgotten. His legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.“Rest well, sir. Your work lives on.Related NewsProf. Femi Osofisan @80: Celebrating the foremost playwright‘Where is conscience’, Actor Stan Nze slams phone stealing at Alexx Ekubo’s tributeNollywood stars, gospel singers, others gather for Alexx Ekubo’s service of songsBorn on March 27, 1946, in Oba-Ile, Osun State, Oyewo began his acting career in 1964 with the Oyin Adejobi Theatre Group.He later became one of the most recognised figures in Yoruba theatre and Nigerian film.He was widely known for his portrayal of Odewale in Ola Rotimi’s play, “The Gods Are Not to Blame,” a role that earned him recognition across the African theatre scene.Details later… He wrote, “Kola Oyewo has taken his final bow.“His remarkable talent, timeless performances, and immense contributions to the Nigerian theatre and film industry will never be forgotten. His legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.“Rest well, sir. Your work lives on.Related NewsProf. Femi Osofisan @80: Celebrating the foremost playwright‘Where is conscience’, Actor Stan Nze slams phone stealing at Alexx Ekubo’s tributeNollywood stars, gospel singers, others gather for Alexx Ekubo’s service of songsBorn on March 27, 1946, in Oba-Ile, Osun State, Oyewo began his acting career in 1964 with the Oyin Adejobi Theatre Group.He later became one of the most recognised figures in Yoruba theatre and Nigerian film.He was widely known for his portrayal of Odewale in Ola Rotimi’s play, “The Gods Are Not to Blame,” a role that earned him recognition across the African theatre scene.Details later… “His remarkable talent, timeless performances, and immense contributions to the Nigerian theatre and film industry will never be forgotten. His legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.“Rest well, sir. Your work lives on.Related NewsProf. Femi Osofisan @80: Celebrating the foremost playwright‘Where is conscience’, Actor Stan Nze slams phone stealing at Alexx Ekubo’s tributeNollywood stars, gospel singers, others gather for Alexx Ekubo’s service of songsBorn on March 27, 1946, in Oba-Ile, Osun State, Oyewo began his acting career in 1964 with the Oyin Adejobi Theatre Group.He later became one of the most recognised figures in Yoruba theatre and Nigerian film.He was widely known for his portrayal of Odewale in Ola Rotimi’s play, “The Gods Are Not to Blame,” a role that earned him recognition across the African theatre scene.Details later… “Rest well, sir. Your work lives on.Related NewsProf. Femi Osofisan @80: Celebrating the foremost playwright‘Where is conscience’, Actor Stan Nze slams phone stealing at Alexx Ekubo’s tributeNollywood stars, gospel singers, others gather for Alexx Ekubo’s service of songsBorn on March 27, 1946, in Oba-Ile, Osun State, Oyewo began his acting career in 1964 with the Oyin Adejobi Theatre Group.He later became one of the most recognised figures in Yoruba theatre and Nigerian film.He was widely known for his portrayal of Odewale in Ola Rotimi’s play, “The Gods Are Not to Blame,” a role that earned him recognition across the African theatre scene.Details later… Born on March 27, 1946, in Oba-Ile, Osun State, Oyewo began his acting career in 1964 with the Oyin Adejobi Theatre Group.He later became one of the most recognised figures in Yoruba theatre and Nigerian film.He was widely known for his portrayal of Odewale in Ola Rotimi’s play, “The Gods Are Not to Blame,” a role that earned him recognition across the African theatre scene.Details later… He later became one of the most recognised figures in Yoruba theatre and Nigerian film.He was widely known for his portrayal of Odewale in Ola Rotimi’s play, “The Gods Are Not to Blame,” a role that earned him recognition across the African theatre scene.Details later… He was widely known for his portrayal of Odewale in Ola Rotimi’s play, “The Gods Are Not to Blame,” a role that earned him recognition across the African theatre scene.Details later… Details later…
BREAKING: Veteran Nollywood actor, Kola Oyewo, dies at 80