Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed sadness over the death of veteran actor, Dr Kola Oyewo, whom he described as “a scholar of African drama”.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate mourned the passing of the thespian on Saturday via a post he shared on his official X page.

TheNiche had earlier reported that fellow actor, Kunle Afod, announced his demise on Friday in a post shared on Instagram.

Taking to his verified handle, he wrote: “Kola Oyewo has taken his final bow.”

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Reacting to the development, Atiku described the late dramatist, filmmaker, and academic as a legend whose contributions to African theatre will never be forgotten.

He wrote: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Kola Oyewo, 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.”