Lagos State Deputy Governor and APC governorship candidate, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, and his wife Oluremi have paid a condolence visit to Dame Joke Silva over the death of her husband, veteran actor Olu Jacobs.
Olu Jacobs, whose real name is Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, died on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the age of 84. His death was announced by his son, Olusoji Jacobs.
Hamzat described Jacobs as a true icon whose work touched generations and left a lasting legacy in Nigerian entertainment.
Jacobs, born July 11, 1942, was celebrated as one of Nollywood’s godfathers.
The visit comes as tributes continue to pour in for the veteran actor whose career spanned decades in film, stage and television.
