Toyin Tomato Pays Emotional Tribute To Late Veteran Actor Kola Oyewo

Nigerian actress Toyin Adegbola, popularly known as ‘Toyin Tomato’, has paid an emotional tribute to veteran actor Kola Oyewo following his death at 80.

Kunle Afod announced Oyewo’s passing, describing him as a legend whose contributions to Nigerian theatre and film would be remembered for years.

In a post on Instagram, Toyin Adegbola said Oyewo “came, saw and conquered”. She noted that death is inevitable and that no one can question God’s will. She also described him as a gifted dancer, lecturer, uncle, father and grandfather.

The actress added that she felt privileged to have celebrated his 80th birthday with him. According to her, the memory of that special moment will remain with her forever.

She wrote:

“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”.