Veteran actor, Kola Oyewo speaks on battle with prostate enlargement
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Veteran Nollywood star Kola Oyewo, 80, disclosed he is coping with prostate enlargement, a condition that has forced him to step back from certain acting roles and explains his recent screen absence. His openness spotlights men’s health issues in Nigeria, urging older males to seek early diagnosis and treatment.
Legendary Nollywood actor, Kola Oyewo, has opened up about his battle with prostate enlargement. Oyewo made this known during actor Kunle Afod’s visit to his residence. Speaking about his disappearance from the screen, the 80-year-old actor stated that the illness has restricted him from acting certain roles. Narrating how it all started, Oyewo explained that […] Veteran actor, Kola Oyewo speaks on battle with prostate enlargement