Veteran Nollywood actor, Kola Oyewo, has died at the age of 80.

His demise was confirmed in an Instagram post on Friday by a younger colleague in the industry, Kunle Afod.

He wrote, “Kola Oyewo has taken his final bow.

“His remarkable talent, timeless performances, and immense contributions to the Nigerian theatre and film industry will never be forgotten. His legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.

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