Fast-rising Nigerian comedian and OAP, Oluwatobi Owomoyela, better known as Peteru, who died in the early hours of Thursday, December 22, has been confirmed to have died from colon cancer complications.
Recall that rumours have earlier claimed that he died lung cancer, accident, and suicide as being peddled by some bloggers.
The beloved 35-year-old comedian, who buried his father barely six weeks ago, according to a source close to the family, was billed to remarry in the early days of 2023.
Ibadan-based Peteru, a household name in comedy circles due to his unique mimicry was until his demise, 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, Oyo State.
He is survived by his mother, siblings, and son.
Since the news broke on social media, messages and posts eulogizing the late comedian have poured in from entertainers and fans alike.
