‘A Great Void Left In Theatre Arts’- Atiku Pens Tribute To Late Actor Kola Oyewo
Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has shared his condolence over the death of veteran actor, Kola Oyewo.
The former vice president lamented that the thespian’s passing has left a great void in theatre arts.
Atiku who took to his X handle on Saturday lamented that the thespian’s
passing has left a great void in theatre arts adding that he was a teacher of social conscience who will be greatly missed.
It was reported that the actor died on Friday.
“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Kola Oweyo, a legendary thespian and scholar of African drama.
“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.
“He will be sorely missed by lovers of African stories worldwide.
“I join his family and fans in mourning this exceptional dramatist and teacher of social conscience. May his soul rest in peace.” He penned.
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