CultureLegendary Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs dies aged 84
Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs, whose career stretched across theatre, television and film for decades, has died at 84. His wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, announced his death and asked bloggers and social media influencers to respect the family’s privacy. Jacobs was widely regarded as a father figure of Nollywood.
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BBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-16 10:49Original
Legendary Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs dies aged 84
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