Veteran Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs, one of the most respected figures in Nigeria’s Nollywood film industry, has died at the age of 84.
Jacobs appeared in dozens of films and was particularly known for playing kings and traditional rulers.
He trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London and began his acting career in British television in the 1970s before becoming a major figure in Nigerian cinema.
During his decades-long career, Jacobs received several honors, including lifetime achievement awards for his contribution to African film. Born in Ogun State in southwestern Nigeria,
Jacobs is survived by his wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, and their children.
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