The Nigerian creative community has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of popular biker and photographer, Orowole Kolapoz, widely known as Kola Onifoto.
News of his passing spread quickly across social media, leaving fans, fellow bikers and creatives in shock. According to reports, Onifoto died after being involved in a lone motorcycle accident in Lagos.
The incident reportedly occurred in the bustling city where he was well known not just for his passion for biking but also for his strong presence in the photography and creative scene.
Onifoto was not just a biker. He was a vibrant personality whose work behind the camera earned him admiration from clients, colleagues and followers alike.
His social media pages reflected a life lived boldly, filled with powerful images, sleek bikes and moments that celebrated freedom, art and brotherhood within Nigeria’s biking community.
Friends and fellow riders have taken to Instagram, Facebook and X to express their grief, describing him as energetic, kind-hearted and deeply passionate about everything he did. Many have shared photos and videos from past rides, remembering the joy and unity he brought to the biking circles he belonged to.
Onifoto built a name for himself as a creative who understood storytelling through visuals. His death has left a noticeable void, particularly among young Nigerians who looked up to him as someone who dared to live differently and authentically.
