Veteran Yoruba Actor Kola Oyewo Passes Away After Prolonged Illness as His Final Video Trends Online

The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran Yoruba actor Kola Oyewo.

His passing was confirmed by colleagues and associates, who disclosed that the respected actor died on June 12, 2026.

Tributes have continued to pour in from fans, colleagues, and members of the film industry who remembered him for his contributions to Yoruba theatre and Nollywood.

In an interview recorded in 2024 by filmmaker Kunle Afod, Oyewo had opened up about the health challenges he faced in recent years.

According to the actor, his health problems began in 2019 when he started experiencing difficulty passing urine.

He revealed that he initially visited a family doctor in Ilaramokin, Ondo State, who advised him to undergo further medical examinations to determine the cause of the condition.

The actor explained that the diagnosis eventually led to a series of medical procedures and surgeries.

See the last video below…….