The famous Nigerian comedian and on-air personality Oluwatobi Owomoyela, popularly known as Peteru, is dead.
He was 35.
Peteru, a household name in comedy circles due to his unique mimicry, died on Thursday.
It is reported that he died as a result of colon cancer. However, some of his colleagues have taken to social media to mourn his demise.
Peteru, until his demise, was one of the fastest-rising comedians who had made a name in the South- West of Nigeria, having worked with the foremost Nigerian entertainers. He was also an MC, a brand influencer and an On-Air Personality in Ibadan.
Nollywood actor Muyiwa Ademola broke the news of his death by sharing a video dedicated to the deceased. In the caption, the actor wrote, “This is a tough pill to swallow! How could this jolly good fellow just depart this world in this manner? Hmmm… it is well.
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“Please be kind to one another as we don’t even know what we are individually passing through! I learnt Peteru died of cancer. You were battling such a burden, yet I never saw you without a smile! It is well. It is well. It is well. Journey well, great guy. I am out of words tonight.”
Other prominent Nigerian entertainers have also expressed sadness at the unfortunate event.
He is survived by a son who resides with his mother in the United States.
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