Nollywood actress Toyin Adebola, better known as Toyin Tomato, has written a tribute to her late colleague, Kola Oyewo.
Newsunplug reported hours ago that the veteran has passed away at 80. His junior colleague, Kunle Afod, announced his death, noting how Nollywood has lost a true legend. He said that Oyewo’s remarkable talent, timeless performances, and immense contributions to the Nigerian theatre and film industry will never be forgotten, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
Taking to her Instagram page to mourn, Toyin noted how he came, saw and conquered. She noted how death is inevitable, and one isn’t permitted to question God.
She described the deceased as a great dancer, lecturer, uncle, father, and grandfather. Toyin expressed how blessed she was to have been present at his 80th birthday.
Bidding him farewell, she said he would be greatly missed.
“ERIN WO!!!
Uncle K, as you are fondly called! You came, you saw, and you conquered. Death is inevitable, and we are not permitted to question God. You have gone to be with your Creator, and I am certain you are seated by His right hand: a great dancer, a lecturer, an uncle, a father, and a grandfather. How blessed I am to have been present to celebrate with you at your 80th birthday on the 18th of April 2026; that memory will linger forever.
The Balogun of Oba-Ile has gone! Labaluyeke has gone! Baba Adewale lo, baba Adeyemi lo, baba Adetoyese lo, baba Adegoke lo, baba Oluwatobiloba lo.
You will be greatly missed, my dear brother. Goodnight”.
