Jacobs, who was born on July 11, 1942, built a career spanning more than five decades across theatre, television and film. He trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London before appearing in British television productions and international films, and later becoming one of the most recognisable figures in Nollywood.
The family described him as “The Lion of Lufodo” and appealed to bloggers and social media influencers to respect its privacy during the mourning period. Jacobs’ death marks the passing of one of Nigeria’s most prominent actors and film personalities.
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Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive Olu Jacobs has died at the age of 84. His son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced his death on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. His son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced his death on Wednesday, September...
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- Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive Olu Jacobs has died at the age of 84.
- His son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced his death on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
- Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84.
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Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive Olu Jacobs has died at the age of 84. His son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced his death on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. His son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced his death on Wednesday, September...
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September 16, 2026
