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🕊️💔 OLU JACOBS DIES AT 84: NOLLYWOOD HAS LOST A TRUE LEGEND 🇳🇬🎬

With deep sadness, we mourn the passing of Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, one of Nigeria’s most respected and beloved actors. 🕊️💔

Olu Jacobs died at the age of 84, with his family announcing his passing on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. (Premium Times Nigeria⁠)

For generations of Nigerians and African film lovers, Olu Jacobs was more than an actor. 🎭❤️ He was a powerful presence on stage and screen whose career helped shape Nigerian theatre, television, and Nollywood.

From unforgettable characters to commanding performances, his voice, presence, and remarkable talent became part of the history of African cinema. 🇳🇬🎬🌍

His passing marks the end of an extraordinary chapter—but his work, performances, and influence will continue to live on through the generations he inspired. 🖤

💭 WHAT DO YOU REMEMBER MOST ABOUT OLU JACOBS?

🎬 His unforgettable movie roles
👑 His powerful presence on screen
❤️ His partnership with Joke Silva
🇳🇬 His contribution to Nollywood
😭 A particular movie or character that touched you

👇🏾 COMMENT THE OLU JACOBS MOVIE OR CHARACTER YOU WILL NEVER FORGET.

📲 SHARE THIS TRIBUTE with someone who grew up watching Olu Jacobs.

🕯️ Rest peacefully, Olu Jacobs.
Your name will remain part of the story of Nigerian cinema. 🇳🇬🎭🖤

MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE. 🕊️🙏🏾

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