[3] Wewe's works draw inspiration from his master's research on the Ijaw water spirit mask and the traditional Yoruba society, folklore and mythology.
He is a part of Ona movement, a group of artists, scholars and critics committed to the exploration, interpretation and adaptation of traditional Yoruba symbols, motifs and concepts.
[10] In 1989, Tola Wewe's painting titled "Iye Boabo" was stolen along with other works from the apartment of fellow artist Moyo Okediji at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.
Upon recognizing his work, Wewe expressed a desire to know the identity of the collector who submitted the painting to potentially trace other stolen pieces.
Despite initial communication, Arthouse ceased responding, leaving the situation unresolved and prompting Wewe to seek further investigation into the matter.