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Professor Adekola Akangbe Gabriel Oyewo, popularly known as Professor Kola Oyewo, a veteran Nollywood actor and academic, has died at the age of 80. His son, Adetoyese Oyewo, announced his passing on Facebook, describing his father as a man of “love, wisdom, strength and kindness.”
Professor Oyewo was widely recognised as a leading figure in theatre and performing arts, contributing significantly to the development and preservation of Yoruba theatre both on stage, screen, and in the classroom over several decades.
Key Points:
Nollywood loses a veteran actor and cultural icon who helped shape Yoruba theatre.
The academic community mourns a scholar who bridged the gap between theatre practice and education.
His legacy in preserving Nigerian culture through performance will inspire future generations.
Family, friends, and colleagues are celebrating a life dedicated to service, learning, and the arts.
His son’s tribute highlights the personal loss felt beyond the public recognition.
The family has requested prayers and support during the mourning period, while fans and colleagues pay tribute to a man who influenced countless lives through theatre and academia.
Sources: Daily Post, Vanguard
