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Nollywood Icon Olu Jacobs, The Lion of Lufodo, Passes at 84
Nollywood mourns the loss of legendary actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, known affectionately as 'Olu Jacobs', who has died at 84. His family confirmed the passing, requesting privacy as Africa remembers a towering figure in its cinematic history. Jacobs leaves behind an unparalleled legacy that shaped African storytelling.
InformationNG·September 16, 2026AI-curated
Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. His death was announced by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, on Instagram on Wednesday. In the statement, the family described the late actor as “The Lion of Lufod
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