Olusegun ARIYO
Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84.
According to TVC, the actor’s son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced his death in a post on Instagram on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, saying the family was grateful for his life and asking the public to respect their privacy.
“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.
“We call on all bloggers and social media influencers to respect our family’s privacy at this time,” he said.
Urban Express News reports that Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria’s most renowned veteran actors, with a career spanning theatre, television and film.
The late actor was trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in London, and started his acting career in British television.
The octogenarian later featured in several international productions before returning to Nigeria, where he became a major figure in the country’s film industry.
The deceased Nollywood veteran was also a film executive alongside his wife, actress Joke Silva.
They were both involved in the Lufodo Group and the development of performing arts in Nigeria.
