Atiku reacts to the death of veteran actor Kola Oyewo

Presidential candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, expressed his sorrow at the passing of veteran actor Kola Oyewo, calling him a legendary thespian whose legacy in African theatre will endure.

Daily Post had previously reported that Oyewo died on Friday, with the news confirmed by his son, Adetoyese Oyewo.

In a statement posted to his X account on Saturday, Atiku said, “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Kola Oyewo, a legendary thespian and scholar of African drama.”

He added, “His iconic role as King Lapite in the timeless *Saworoide* immortalised his immense talent and teachings.”

“A great void has been left in Theatre Arts,” Atiku continued. “He will be sorely missed by lovers of African stories worldwide.”

He concluded, “I join his family and fans in mourning this exceptional dramatist and teacher of social conscience. May his soul rest in peace.”