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OLU JACOBS DIES AT 84 AS NOLLYWOOD MOURNS ICONIC ACTOR
Nigeria’s entertainment industry is mourning the death of veteran actor Olu Jacobs, who passed away on Wednesday, September 16, at the age of 84.
His death was announced by his family, with his wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, and their son sharing the news with the public.
Jacobs was one of the most respected figures in Nigerian theatre, television and film, with a career that spanned several decades and included work in both Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
The family described him as the “Lion of Lufodo” and expressed gratitude for his life and legacy while appealing to bloggers and social media users to respect the family’s privacy during the mourning period.
His death also closes a remarkable chapter in Nigerian acting, with tributes already coming from colleagues, fans and organisations across the entertainment industry.
By OLAWALE HAMZAT TOP STRIKER
