Veteran Nollywood actor Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, better known as Olu Jacobs, has been lost to the cold hands of death.
The actor passed away at the age of 84. The family said the celebrated actor, whom they described as the “Lion of Lufodo”, died on 16 September, 2026.
His wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, and their son announced his death on social media on Wednesday morning.
“It is with gratitude to God for a life well lived and fought, that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather and uncle. The Lion of Lufodo.
“Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs (MFR). 11/07/1942 – 16/09/2026,” the family announcement read
In November 2021, his wife, the renowned actress Joke Silva, went public for the first time about his condition. She revealed that he was diagnosed with Dementia with Lewy Bodies
Celebrities mourn the passing away of veteran Nollywood actor, Olu Jacob, see below;
Mr Macaroni commented; “Legend, Icon and an absolute Inspiration to us all! 👑🤍.”
mustiphasholagbade shared; “May the lord accept his return, forgive all his shortcomings and grant him a peaceful place in the kingdom of God. Rest in perfect peace sir 🕊️🙏🏿.”
iambisola reacted; “Eternal Rest Grant unto him oh lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his gentle soul continue to rest in perfect peace Amen🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽.”
_kehindebankole noted; “A beautiful life! A legendarylegacy! A Peaceful rest. All is well.. Journey well sir 🕊️ 🕊️❤️❤️❤️.”
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