Veteran Nollywood and cinema icon, Chief Dr. Kola Oyewo has passed away.
His son, Adetoyese Oyewo, broke the sad news on Friday.
ADC presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar reacted to the loss on his X handle on Saturday.
He was really hit hard by the news of the legendary actor’s death.
“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Kola Oweyo, a legendary thespian and scholar of African drama,” Atiku said.
“His iconic role as King Lapite in the timeless “Saworoide” immortalised his immense talent and teachings,” he continued.
“A great void has been left in Theatre Arts. He will be sorely missed by lovers of African stories worldwide,” Atiku added.
He finished by saying, “I join his family and fans in mourning this exceptional dramatist and teacher of social conscience. May his soul rest in peace.”
