The public was informed of the death of 82-year-old Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs by someone named Obaksolo, who turned to Instagram to express his condolences for the departed star.
Olu Jacobs had a lifetime full of achievements, and he was one of the most well respected actors of his time.
From the 80s to his later years, Olu Jacobs dominated the Nigerian movie scene with his unique acting prowess and eloquent line delivery.
As of 2021, the raging state of the dementia that hit Olu Jacobs was revealed by his wife, and she stated that eighty-percent of the time, he wasn’t aware of what was going on.
For a mind so sharp and full of age old wisdom, Olu Jacob’s battle with dementia was a great loss to Nollywood, and the entertainment industry as a whole.
