Nigeria’s entertainment and cultural community has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran actor, dramatist, filmmaker, and scholar, Dr. Kola Oyewo.

His son, Dr. Wale Oyewo, confirmed the development to newsmen on Friday evening, revealing that the respected thespian passed away approximately two hours earlier at the age of 80.

The late Oyewo was widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Yoruba theatre and Nigerian performing arts, with a career spanning more than six decades. His death marks the end of an illustrious journey that left an indelible mark on Nollywood, academia, and the preservation of Nigeria’s cultural heritage.