Nigeria, June 13 -- Veteran Yoruba actor Kola Oyewole has died at the age of 80.

His colleague, Kunle Afod, announced the news in a statement posted on his Instagram page on Friday.

The actor's son, Adetoyese Oyewo, also broke the news in a statement on his Facebook page, revealing that his father died on Friday.

He wrote: "It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of my beloved father. Adekola Akangbe Gabriel Oyewo. He was a wonderful man whose love, wisdom, strength, and kindness touched the lives of many. While we grieve this great loss, we are grateful to God for the gift of his life, the memories we shared, and the legacy he leaves behind.

"His impact will forever remain in our hearts and in the lives of everyone who knew...