Nigeria’s entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran Nollywood actor and theatre scholar, Professor Adekola Akangbe Gabriel Oyewo, popularly known as Professor Kola Oyewo.
The renowned actor reportedly passed away at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy that spans decades in theatre, film, and academia.
The news of his death was announced by his son, Adetoyese Oyewo, in a heartfelt message shared on social media. In the tribute, he described his late father as a man of wisdom, kindness, strength, and unwavering dedication to humanity.
According to him, although the family is deeply saddened by the loss, they remain grateful for the impactful life Professor Oyewo lived and the countless people he inspired throughout his career.
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He noted that the veteran actor’s legacy would continue to live on through his works, teachings, and the many lives he touched as an actor, educator, mentor, and cultural advocate.
Professor Oyewo was widely respected as one of Nigeria’s foremost theatre practitioners. Throughout his illustrious career, he played a significant role in the growth and preservation of Yoruba theatre and Nigerian performing arts.
Beyond the stage and screen, he made remarkable contributions to academia, where he trained generations of students and promoted indigenous culture through research and teaching.
His passing marks the end of an era in Nigeria’s theatre and entertainment landscape, with colleagues, students, admirers, and industry stakeholders mourning the loss of a cultural icon.
The family is expected to announce funeral arrangements in the coming days
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