Kola Oyewo Biography, Education, Career, Controversies, And Net Worth

Kola Oyewo, born on March 27, 1946, in Osun State, Nigeria, is a veteran actor, dramatist, and scholar.

Kola Oyewo Profile

Name	Kola Oyewo
Real Name	Kola Oyewo
Date of Birth	27 March 1946
Age	78 years
State of Origin	Osun State
Tribe	Yoruba
Nationality	Nigerian
Occupation	Veteran Actor, and Lecturer
Religion	Christianity
Marital Status	Married
Net Worth	$500,000
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Educational Background

Oyewo attended Obafemi Awolowo University, where he obtained certificates in dramatic arts and Yoruba oral literature. He later earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Theatre Arts from the same university in 1995. He furthered his studies at the University of Ibadan, where he received a Master of Arts (M.A.) and a doctorate degree (Ph.D.) in drama.

Career

Kola Oyewo began his professional acting career in 1964 when he joined the “Oyin Adejobi Theatre Group.” He later joined the University of Ife theatre, where he worked with renowned dramatist and scholar Chief Ola Rotimi. Notably, he played the role of “Odewale” in Ola Rotimi’s “The Gods Are Not To Blame.”

In 1996, Oyewo transitioned to academia and joined Obafemi Awolowo University as a senior lecturer. He rose through the ranks and retired in September 2011. During his tenure, he contributed significantly to the development of the department of dramatic art.

After retiring from Obafemi Awolowo University, Oyewo joined Redeemer’s University, where he served as the head of the department of dramatic art. He is currently a performing arts lecturer at Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State.

Throughout his career, Oyewo has been involved in various stage productions, television series, and films. He is best known for his role as “Odewale” in Ola Rotimi’s “The Gods Are Not To Blame” and has contributed significantly to the Nigerian entertainment industry.

Controversies

Kola Oyewo revealed his battle with prostate cancer during a visit from fellow actor Kunle Afod to his Osun State home, which garnered attention and touched many hearts.

Kola Oyewo Social Media Handles

As of current information, Kola Oyewo’s social media handles are not available.

Personal Life

Details about Kola Oyewo’s personal life beyond his professional career and battle with prostate cancer are not readily available.

Kola Oyewo Net Worth

Kola Oyewo’s net worth is estimated to worth around $500,000 as a veteran actor, dramatist, and scholar with a long and successful career.