The Ogun State former Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, has expressed heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and admirers of renowned Nigerian veteran actor and thespian, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, who died on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the age of 84.
Penpushing reports that Amosun in a condolence message described the passing of the late thespian as a great loss to the Nigeria and African entertainment industry, adding that he will be remembered for his significant contributions to the growth and development of Nigeria’s film and entertainment industry.
The former Governor noted that the contributions earned him numerous honours and recognitions, including the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in 2007, the Industry Merit Award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards in 2013,
Penpushing further reports that Amosun said others include MAA Lifetime Achievement Award in 2016, recalling that the deceased equally received the prestigious national honour of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) in recognition of his contributions to the country’s film industry and entertainment arts.
‘The late veteran actor wrote his name in the sand of time through his exceptional talent, versatility, distinctive voice, mastery of his craft and enduring influence on actors, practitioners, and audiences of Nigerian theatre and cinema’, Amosun wrote.
Penpushing also reports that the condolence message added that Olu Jacobs will be greatly missed for bringing honour and distinction to Ogun State and his ancestral home – Egbaland.
The former Governor urged the family, particularly his widow, Mrs. Joke Silva, their children, members of the Nigerian theatre and film industry, and all admirers of Olu Jacobs to find solace in his remarkable accomplishments and the enduring legacy he left behind.
Penpushing reports that he prayed that the Almighty God grants him eternal rest and gives his family, friends, colleagues, and all those mourning his passing the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
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