Dad Said ‘I’m Going Home’ Hours Before His Death — Late Kola Oyewo’s Son
Ibadan, Nigeria – Oluwatobi Oyewo, son of the late veteran actor and theatre icon Kola Oyewo, has recounted the emotional final moments he shared with his father before his passing.
Speaking about the late actor’s last hours, Oluwatobi revealed that his father told family members, “I’m going home,” a statement they later interpreted as a farewell message.
He disclosed that the renowned actor had been battling complications related to an enlarged prostate and had undergone medical treatment before his condition deteriorated.
According to him, despite his health challenges, Kola Oyewo remained strong, dignified, and deeply committed to his family, profession, and faith until the end.
Oluwatobi described his father’s death as a painful loss but expressed gratitude for the impactful life he lived and the legacy he left behind in Nigeria’s theatre and film industry.
He noted that the late actor inspired generations of performers through his dedication to the arts and his contributions to the growth of Yoruba theatre and Nollywood.
Family members, colleagues, and admirers have continued to pay tribute to the veteran actor, celebrating his remarkable career and enduring influence on Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
Kola Oyewo is widely remembered as one of the country’s most respected actors and cultural figures, whose work helped shape modern Nigerian theatre and film.
