Nollywood Trailblazer Olu Jacobs, ‘Lion of Lufodo,’ Dies at 84

Olu Jacobs was a famous Nigerian actor who has died at age 84.

He was known as “The Lion of Lufodo.”

He first became interested in acting while growing up in Kano.

He moved to Britain in 1964 and studied acting at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts.

He worked in British theatres and television shows before returning to Nigeria.

He then became one of Nollywood’s most respected actors.

Jacobs acted in more than 200 films and many stage productions.

He and his wife, Joke Silva, also helped train and support other performers.

His family did not announce a cause of death and asked for privacy.