Olu Jacobs, a legendary Nollywood actor, has died at 84, leaving a decades-long imprint on Nigerian cinema with commanding stage presence and a trail of classic films and TV roles.
Olu Jacobs has died at 84, as family confirms the news. The veteran actor, known as the “Lion of Lufodo,” has left a lasting legacy in Nigerian theatre, television and film, with a career spanning five decades. Tributes from politicians and colleagues underscore his influence on Nollywood’s global rise.