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Fadeyi Oloro was a veteran actor and filmmaker in Nigerian Nollywood.
The Nollywood veteran was well-known among Yoruba filmgoers for his antagonistic roles in films, as well as his flawless recitation of chants and incantations.
In 1985, the renowned movie antagonist began his career in Nollywood.
Here are five things you need to know about him.
His real name was Ojo Arowosafe and he was born on September 15, 1957, in Igbara Odo, Ekiti State, Nigeria.
The actor was born into the family of Mr and Mrs John Arowosafe.
He was married with kids.
The veteran actor received his elementary education at St Paul Catholic School in Ekiti State before moving on to Timmy Agbale Grammar School for his secondary education.
Famous for his flawless recitation of chants and incantations, Fadeyi Oloro debuted in the Nigerian film industry in 1985.
He rose to prominence in the 1980s for his role in the popular Nigerian television show 'Arelu'.
His role in a film is so unique that his stage name, "Fadeyi Oloro" is used in real life to refer to a wicked person.
Before his death, he was recently bedridden as his health deteriorated due to an unspecified illness.
He reportedly sold all of his belongings while moving from hospital to hospital in search of a cure.
Fadeyi was seen soliciting funds for his hospital bills on several occasions.
The actor, aged 66, died on Tuesday after a long illness.
The late actor became popular after appearing in 'Arelu', a popular Nigerian television series.
He also appeared in 'Yanponyanrin', another film that was well-received by Yoruba filmgoers.
In the course of his acting career, Fadeyi Oloro appeared in over a hundred films.
His films include 'Jelili Inubibi', 'Akoni Méfà', Anike Olufa', 'Arelu Fopomoyo', and several others.
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