Veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs honored in Lagos with night of tributes
Olu Jacobs, the veteran Nollywood actor known as the “Lion of Lufodo,” died on 16 September 2026 at age 84.
In Brief
- •Olu Jacobs, the veteran Nollywood actor known as the “Lion of Lufodo,” died on 16 September 2026 at age 84.
- •A night of tributes and service of songs was held on 1 October 2026 at Glover Memorial Hall, Marina, Lagos Island, attended by prominent actors and industry figures.
- •The event featured candlelight procession, Bible readings, performances, and personal recollections from colleagues such as RMD, Sola Sobowale, and Funke Akindele.
- •The funeral service is scheduled for 2 October 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at This Present House, Freedom Way, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos.
- •Dress codes were blue for the tribute night and green for the funeral service.
Why It Matters
Olu Jacobs’ passing marks the loss of a foundational figure in Nigerian theatre, television, and film, whose career spanned more than five decades and bridged British and Nigerian stages. The tribute event, attended by leading actors and the Arts Minister, underscores his influence on generations of performers and highlights the cultural significance of Nollywood’s veteran artists.
Key Details
- Date of death
- 16 September 2026
- Age at death
- 84
- Tribute event start time
- 4:00 p.m.
- Tribute venue
- Glover Memorial Hall, Marina, Lagos Island
- Funeral service date
- 2 October 2026
- Funeral venue
- This Present House, Freedom Way, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Context & Background
Olu Jacobs trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London before returning to Nigeria, where he became a prominent figure in the country’s film industry.
What To Watch
Funeral service scheduled for 2 October 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at This Present House, Freedom Way, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
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