Uncle K! Honestly, I am still finding it difficult to believe that you've gone. Each time it crosses my mind, it hits me as if an untimely death has occurred to a very young soul.
A Man with high level of good sense of humour, spending time with you was as if it should never end...
A great Mentor! Caring Father of all; not only to your biological Children, but to everyone who comes in contact with you.
A complete Thespian with distinct style of delivery and interpretations of roles... Never a dull moment staying around Uncle K as fondly called.
I could go on and on and on and on. Thanks for all I was able to Learn from you and the unique ways you impacted my life which can never be forgotten in a hurry.
A very humble Man to the core. I can only pray that the Almighty God accept your Soul and grant you eternal rest that you had worked for on earth.
Continue to sleep well Uncle K till we meet and never to part no more.
E ba wa ki Uncle Laide ati Baba Agba Uncle Jimi Sholanke.
Journey well Sir.
28 days ago
Dekolami as i used to call you in the group. A father, A friend, A jovial man that makes you laugh even when you don't want to. You will be greatly missed. Rest in peace sir.
about 2 months ago
The news of your passing was received by ANIMO Social Club of Nigeria with shock and confusion. Sadly we are writing this tribute to honour a detribalised Nigerian, someone whose presence shaped our lives in many ways. As we honour the life and memory of our beloved Patron, we would like to say that he was a man of grace, generosity, and unwavering faith. When you spoke, you did so with sincerity and wisdom. Though you are no longer with us, your legacy lives on in the club. Your death teaches us that life has no rewind and fast-forwards; it unfolds at its own pace, and that we should never miss a chance to live a good life today and make a beautiful story tomorrow.
Uncle Kay, we will miss you more than you could ever imagine. The love and friendship that bound us together as well as your generosity and down-to-earth admonition will remain in our hearts and thoughts forever. With tears in our eyes, the entire members of ANIMO Social Club of Nigeria with our wives and children bid you loving farewell. May God forgive your shortcomings and be gracious to the family you left behind. May your place of rest be that of eternal glory. Amen.
about 2 months ago
Life they say is a stage. He surely used the practical stage to teach human beings to behave well. He is always a perfect fit for roles. I didn't meet Papa in person but I enjoyed the videos he acted in. Very educative and perfect in his acting. His students must have been lucky to have such a person as a teacher. May his soul continue to rest in peace. May God comfort his family friends, colleagues and admirers.
about 2 months ago
Baba, the short period that I knew you was a blessing to me and my family. I celebrated major milestone in which you borrowed me all the cooking utensils without a kobo, you even added some cash to support me.
I missed the way you greet me and asked after everyone.
We missed you but God loves you more.
Rest well baba till we meet at Jesus feet.
Adieu
about 2 months ago
You have been a memoir of human greatness through your craft for humanity, I met you once at a naming ceremony of one of your son's daughters naming
Looking at you , I saw a man with
fulfilled life , you made me know more of the saying a good name is better than gold and silver,
Rest on legend as I will always remember that phrase ' *ILU O FAARAAROO LAGAATA LOO WAA LORI I OYEE*
I pray God strengthens the family
about 2 months ago
Balogun illuminated every path he walked and every room he was
Dr. Kola Oyewo was one of those rare lights.
A teacher whose lessons reached beyond just the classroom, but to countless lives and a father whose love was felt not only by his family
but by everyone privileged to know him including myself .
Though his voice is now silent,
the echoes of his teachings remain planted.
we give thanks because a life so beautifully lived
can never truly be lost.
May you rest in perfect peace,
about 2 months ago
Balogun wasn't just a great thespian as I knew him to be watching him on screen, he was also a great father as I saw on a few occasions when I got to meet him in person. He always lit up the room with his jokes and stories. He would always ask if I was truly quiet or just shy, everyone was welcome in his home and I always left with learning a new proverb or phrase in Yoruba.
We thank God for a life well lived and I pray God's comfort for the entire family.
Rest well, Balogun.
about 2 months ago
*TRIBUTE TO A GREAT PATRIOT, MENTOR AND PATRON*
*Chief (Dr.) Gabriel Benedict Adekola Oyewo (Uncle K) (Balogun of Oba-Ile)*
It is with profound sadness, yet with gratitude to God for a life well spent, that I, Chief Akinwumi Akinfenwa, Secretary General of LGRhythms Foundation, pay this heartfelt tribute to our reverred Patron, Chief (Dr.) Gabriel Benedict Adekola Oyewo, affectionately known to all as Uncle K.
The news of his passing came as a painful shock, leaving a vacuum not only within his immediate family and the Oba-Ile community but also within the LGRhythms Foundation family, where he served as a distinguished Patron and father figure. His departure reminds us once again that life is transient, but the impact of a good man endures forever.
Uncle K was a man of remarkable character, wisdom, humility, and unwavering commitment to community development. As the Balogun of Oba-Ile, he embodied the virtues of leadership, integrity, courage, and selfless service. He carried himself with dignity and grace, earning the admiration and respect of all who crossed his path.
To us at LGRhythms Foundation, he was more than a Patron; he was a dependable adviser, an encourager, and a pillar of support. He believed in our vision of empowering lives, fostering community development, and promoting positive social change. His words of encouragement, fatherly counsel, and steadfast support strengthened our resolve to continue impacting society positively.
What distinguished Uncle K was his uncommon ability to connect with people across generations. He was approachable, compassionate, and genuinely interested in the growth and wellbeing of others. His life was a shining example of how influence should be used—not for personal gain, but for the upliftment of humanity.
Though death has taken him from our sight, it cannot erase the memories we shared, the lessons he taught, or the values he exemplified. His legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched, the communities he helped build, and the institutions he supported.
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, Management, Members, Ambassadors, and the entire LGRhythms Foundation family, I extend our deepest condolences to his family, the people of Oba-Ile, friends, associates, and all who mourn this great loss. We pray that Almighty God grants everyone the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss and that He rewards Uncle K's noble deeds with eternal rest.
As we bid farewell to this illustrious son of Oba-Ile, we take solace in the fact that he lived a meaningful and impactful life. His footprints on the sands of time will remain indelible, and his memory will continue to inspire us for generations to come.
Farewell, Uncle K.
Farewell, our Patron, mentor, and benefactor.
Your good works speak for you.
Your legacy endures.
May the soul of Chief (Dr.) Gabriel Benedict Adekola Oyewo, the Balogun of Oba-Ile, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in perfect peace.
Amen.
*Chief Akinwumi Akinfenwa*
*Secretary General*
*LGRhythms Foundation*
about 2 months ago
Good afternoon, Dr. Wale Oyewo.
I ought to have called earlier, and I sincerely apologise for the delay. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Daddy Oyewo.
He was a man of great kindness and generosity—warm-hearted, accommodating, humble, and selfless. His life touched many, and his memory will remain a blessing to all who knew him. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
I pray that the many good things being said about him will bring you comfort and serve as a reassuring reminder of the hope of eternal life. May God grant you and your family the strength and fortitude to bear this loss and to continue the noble legacy he has left behind.
May his soul rest in peace. Amen.
about 2 months ago
I got to discover Baba Oyewo in a way that I can never forget.
We were all in my father's living room sometimes in 2000 watching the film titled "Oleku" when one of our guests at that moment made us realize that he is the son of the elderly man in the movie.
Looking at the confident young man sitting with us then, I concluded that Baba Oyewo happens to be a man worthy of emulation and respect for raising that kind of son.
I eventually continued to look out for Baba in movies and he really earned my respect. He will be sorely missed.
I pray that the Lord will comfort all his family members.
Rest on Chief (Dr) Kola Oyewo.
about 2 months ago
A TRIBUTE TO THE LATE DR GABRIEL ADEKOLA OYEWO
(1946–2026)
We pay tribute to the life, legacy, and luminous memory of our dearly beloved cousin and father, Dr. Gabriel Adekola Oyewo, fondly known to everyone across the globe as Kola Oyewo. His passing has left a great void in our hearts, in our family, in Oba Ile Land, and in the wider community of art, academia, and culture that he so richly blessed.
Today, Oba Ile, Nollywood, academia, and indeed the world mourn the departure of a distinguished royal, an accomplished academic, a Nollywood icon, a celebrated playwright, and a steadfast custodian of Yoruba culture and heritage.
A Cousin, A Father, A Delight
Dr. Kola Oyewo was a cousin to my late father, Senior Bishop Dr Paul Oyegoke Abimbola, and the two shared an exceptionally close bond. I first met Uncle Kola in Meiran, Alagbado, Lagos State, around 1995, shortly after he had been cast in the acclaimed film Kòseégbé, in which he brilliantly portrayed a customs officer.
Even then, his amiability shone through; he was an absolute delight to converse with. With his characteristic warmth, he said to me, “Kunle, do you know we are cousins?” I replied, “I do not know, sir.” My late father was overjoyed to see him, and they spoke intimately that day, two kinsmen united by blood, mutual respect, and shared values.
I later met him again in Oba Ile during the funeral of the mother of Prince Gbenga Olayinka. He welcomed me most graciously, as he always did, with the same open-hearted courtesy. I last spoke with him on his birthday this past March, and his cheerful, vibrant spirit remained undimmed to the very end.
A Life of Excellence and Service
Dr. Kola Oyewo was a man of exceptional character, wisdom, and integrity. Throughout his life, he exemplified selfless service, deep humility, and an unwavering commitment to the welfare and progress of people.
An Immortal Legacy
As we grieve his passing, we also celebrate a life beautifully lived. Though we shall miss his physical presence deeply, we take solace that his legacy lives on. May his soul rest in perfect peace, and may God comfort his immediate and extended families, associates, colleagues, and community.
Farewell, our revered Cousin and Father.
Your legacy lives on.
Anointed Prophet Dr. Olukunle Ayobami Abimbola
For: The Family of the Late Senior Bishop Dr. Paul Oyegoke Abimbola
about 2 months ago
