Veteran actor, theatre scholar, and cultural icon has passed away at the age of 80, marking the end of a remarkable career that spanned more than six decades.
His death was announced by actor , who described Oyewo as a true legend whose impact on Nigerian theatre and film would never be forgotten.
Widely celebrated for his iconic role as Odewale in , Oyewo was one of the most respected figures in Yoruba theatre and Nollywood. He also featured in acclaimed productions such as , , Koseegbe, and Super Story.
Before his death, the veteran actor had publicly disclosed his battle with prostate enlargement, a condition that affected his mobility and acting career in recent years.
Beyond acting, Oyewo was a renowned academic who earned a doctorate in Drama from and taught at several higher institutions, mentoring generations of actors, playwrights, and theatre scholars.
Born on March 27, 1946, in , Oyewo began his acting journey in 1964 and went on to become one of the most influential figures in Nigeria’s performing arts industry.
Tributes have continued to pour in from colleagues, students, and fans, who describe his passing as a monumental loss to Nigerian culture and entertainment.
