Olu Jacobs: Legendary Nollywood actor dies in Nigeria aged 84
- Olu Jacobs, one of Nigeria's best known actors, whose career spanned several decades across theatre, television and film, has died at the age of 84.
- His wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, announced his death and asked for privacy while the family mourns.
- Silva announced his passing in a statement describing the celebrated actor as "The Lion of Lufodo" and saying his life was "well lived and fought".
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- Olu Jacobs, one of Nigeria's best known actors, whose career spanned several decades across theatre, television and film, has died at the age of 84.
- His wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, announced his death and asked for privacy while the family mourns.
- Silva announced his passing in a statement describing the celebrated actor as "The Lion of Lufodo" and saying his life was "well lived and fought".
Sources: BBC News